Multiple choice

The ratio in which the line segment joining (3, 4) and (–2, –1) is divided by the x-axis is

  1. 3 : 2

  2. 1 : 4

  3. 4 : 3

  4. None of these

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AI explanation

Using the section formula for coordinates, the ratio k1 : k2 is determined by equating the y-coordinates: (k1 * -1 + k2 * 4) divided by (k1 + k2) equals 0. This simplifies to 4 * k2 minus k1 = 0, meaning k1 equals 4 * k2, so the resulting ratio is 1 : 4.