Coordinate Geometry

Definition

Distance Formula

where x, y are the coordinates

From Origin

Distance of the point from Origin:

A point which is equidistant from A and B lies on the perpendicular bisector of AB. Therefore, for example, $x-y = 2$ is the perpendicular bisector of AB.
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Section Formula

If is the ratio, the coordinates for the point dividing the line:

If is the ratio, the coordinates for the point dividing the line:

Special Case: if the point bisects the line (in ratio of 1:1), the coordinates:

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Flashcards

Distance Formula ?

Section Formula ? If is the ratio, the coordinates for the point dividing the line:

Formula for the coordinates when the point divides the line in the ratio of k:1 ?

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