Practice Section Formula - 8.7 | 8. Coordinate Geometry | ICSE Class 9 Maths
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8.7 - Section Formula

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the coordinates of point P if A(1,1), B(5,5) and P divides AB in the ratio 1:1?

💡 Hint: Using equal ratios means P is the midpoint.

Question 2

Easy

Find coordinates of P given A(0,0), B(2,2) and the ratio is 1:2.

💡 Hint: Remember to use the formula with m=1 and n=2.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the section formula calculate?

  • Coordinates of midpoint
  • Coordinates of point dividing line segment
  • Length of line segment

💡 Hint: Think about what type of problem the formula is used for.

Question 2

True or False: The section formula can be used for points in a three-dimensional space.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the dimensions the formula is applicable to.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given A(7,8) and B(-2,-1), find coordinates of point P that divides AB in a ratio of 4:1.

💡 Hint: Use the section formula carefully with m = 4 and n = 1.

Question 2

If points A(0,-3) and B(5,2) are divided by P in a ratio of 2:5, calculate P.

💡 Hint: Apply the section formula to discover the divided coordinates.

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