Find the point, M, that divides segment AB into a ratio of 3:2 if A is at (0, 15) and B is at (20, 0).

A) (9, 6)

B) (12, 6)

C) (12, 9)

D) (9, 12)

Is it b?
if not how do I find the answer?

1 answer

SKETCH IT !!!!

3/2 in x and 3/2 in y
delta x = 20
3/5 (20) = 12
0 + 12 = 12

3/5 * ( 0-15) in y
delta y = -9
15 - 9 = 6

(12,6)