NumericalEasy1 mark
7(ii)
In the given graph, P and Q are points such that PQ cuts off intercepts of 5 units and 3 units along the x-axis and y-axis respectively. Line RS is perpendicular to PQ and passes through the origin. Find the:
coordinates of P and Q
Topic: Slope / equation of line
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Answer
Exam answer
P = (5, 0), Q = (0, −3).
Explanation
The x-intercept is 5, so P=(5,0). The y-intercept is −3, so Q=(0,−3).
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