Question

Point $P$ divide a line segment $AB$ in the ratio $5:6$ where $A(0,0)$ and $B(11,0)$. Find the coordinate of the point $P$:

• A. $(5,0)$
• B. $(5,6)$
• C. $(0,5)$
• D. $(5,1)$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $(5,0)$

By using section formula for $AB$ we get the coordinate of point $P(x,y)$.

Hence,

$x=\frac{0+55}{11}=5$ and

$y=\frac{0+0}{11}=0$.

So, the coordinate of point $P$ is $(5,0)$.