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3(b)
M and N are two points on the X axis and Y axis respectively. P(3, 2) divides the line segment MN in the ratio 2 : 3. Find:
slope of the line MN.
Topic: Slope and equation of a line
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Answer
Exam answer
Let M=(5,0) and N=(0,5) from part (i).
Slope MN = (5−0)/(0−5) = 5/(−5) = −1.
Answer: −1.
Explanation
Use m=(y₂−y₁)/(x₂−x₁) with the intercept coordinates obtained in part (i).
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