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Previous Year Questions: Coordinate Geometry

Previous Year Questions 2024

Q1: Assertion (A): The point which divides the line segment joining the points A (1, 2) and B (–1, 1)
internally in the ratio 1 : 2 is
Reason (R): The coordinates of the point which divides the line segment joining the points A(x1, y1) and
B(x2, y2) in the ratio m1 : m2 are (CBSE 2024)

(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

Ans: (d)
-1 5
Assertion says that point ( , ) divides the line joining the points A(1,2) and B(-1,1) in 1:2.
3 3
∴ By section formula,
m1 x 2 + m 2 x 1
x=
m1 + m 2
1×(-1) + 2×1 1
= =
3 3
m1 y2 + m 2 y1
y=
m1 + m 2
1×1 + 2×2
=
1+2
1+4
=
3
5
=
3
which is not equal to RHS i.e. 1/3

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Q2: Find a relation between x and y such that the point P(x, y) is equidistant from the points A(7, 1) and B(3,
5). (CBSE 2024)

Ans:
Since, P(x, y) is equidistant from A(7, 1) and B(3, 5)
So, PA = PB
⇒ PA2 = PB2
⇒ (x – 7)2 + (y – 1)2 = (x – 3)2 + (y – 5)2
⇒ x2 + 49 – 14x + y2 + 1 – 2y = x2 + 9 – 6x + y2 + 25 – 10y
⇒ 6x – 14x + 50 – 34 + 10y – 2y = 0
⇒ – 8x + 8y + 16 = 0
⇒ 8x – 8y – 16 = 0
⇒ 8(x – y – 2) = 0
⇒x–y–2=0
⇒x–y=2

Q3: Points A(–1, y) and B(5, 7) lie on a circle with centre O(2, –3y) such that AB is a diameter of the circle.
Find the value of y. Also, find the radius of the circle. (CBSE 2024)

Ans: A (– 1, y); B(5, 7)

Since, AB is a diameter of circle and O is the centre of the circle.
OA = OB i.e., O divides AB in 1 : 1
So m1 : m2 = 1 : 1
So

⇒
⇒ – 6y = y + 7
⇒ – 7y = 7
⇒y=–1
Point O = (2, 3), A = (–1, – 1)
Now,

So, radius of circles = 5 units

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Q4: Find the ratio in which the line segment joining the points (5, 3) and (–1, 6) is divided by Y-axis. (CBSE
2024)

Ans:
If y-axis divides points (5, 3) and (–1, 6) then coordinate of that point will be (0, y). Let P(0, y) divides A(5, 3) and
B(–1, 6) in k : 1.
m1 : m2 = k : 1

⇒ 0 × (k + 1) = – k + 5
⇒0=–k+5
⇒k=5
So, m1 : m2 = 5 : 1

Previous Year Questions 2023

Q5: The distance of the point (-1, 7) from the x-axis is (2023)
(a) -1
(b) 7
(c) 6
(d) √50 [2023, 1 Mark]

Ans: (b)
Distance from x-axis = y-coordinate of point = 7 units

Q6: Assertion (A): Point P(0, 2) is the point of intersection of the y-axis with the line 3x + 2y = 4. (2023)
Reason (R): The distance of point P(0, 2) from the x-axis is 2 units.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the
Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

Ans: (b)
Assertion (A):To find the intersection of the y-axis with the line 3x + 2y = 4, set x = 0:

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3(0) + 2y = 4 ⇒ y = 2. So, the point of intersection is P(0,2).

Assertion (A) is true.
Reason (R):The distance of point P(0,2) from the x-axis is indeed 2 units.
Reason (R) is true.

However, Reason (R) does not explain Assertion (A); it is just a separate true statement.
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

Q7: The distance of the point (-6, 8) from origin is (2023)

(a) 6
(b) -6
(c) 8
(d) 10

Ans: (d)
Distance of the point (-6, 8) from origin (0, 0)

= 10 Units

Q8: The points (-4, 0), (4, 0) and (0, 3) are the vertices of a (CBSE 2023)
(a) right triangle
(b) isosceles triangle
(c) equilateral triangle
(d) scalene triangle

Ans: (b)
The points be A(-4, 0), B(4, 0) and C(0, 3).
Using distance formula

= 8 units

= 5 units

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= 5 units
And, AB2 ≠ BC2 + CA2 [∵ BC = CA]
∴ ΔABC is an isosceles triangle.

Q9: The centre of a circle is (2a, a - 7). Find the values of 'a' if the circle passes through the point (11, -9).
Radius of the circle is 5√2 cm. (2023)

Ans: Given centre of a circle is(2a, a - 7 )

Radius of the circle is 5√2 cm.

∴ Distance between centre (2a, a - 7) and (11, - 9 ) = radius of circle.

Q10: In what ratio, does the x-axis divide the line segment joining the points A(3, 6) and B(-12, -3) ? (2023)
(a) 1 : 2
(b) 1 : 4
(c) 4 : 1
(d) 2 : 1

Ans: (d)
Let the point on the x-axis be (x, 0) which divides the line segment joining the points A(3, 6) and B(-12, -3) in the
ratio k : 1

Using section formula, we have

(-12)k + 3(1) (-3)k + 6(1)
(x, 0) = ,
k+1 k+1
-3k + 6
⇒ =0
k+1
⇒ -3k + 6 = 0
⇒k=2
Hence, the required ratio is 2 : 1.

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Q11: Case Study: Jagdish has a Field which is in the shape of a right angled triangle AQC. He wants to leave a
space in the form of a square PQRS inside the field for growing wheat and the remaining for growing vegetables
(as shown in the figure). In the field, there is a pole marked as O. (CBSE 2023)

Based on the above information, answer the following questions:

(i) Taking O as origin, coordinates of P are (-200, 0) and of Q are (200, 0). PQRS being a square, what are the
coordinates of R and S?
(ii) (a) What is the area of square PQRS?
OR

(b) What is the length of diagonal PR in square PQRS?

(iii) If S divides CA in the ratio K: 1, what is the value of K, where point A is (200, 800)?

Ans: (i) We have. P = (-200, 0) and Q = (200, 0)

The coordinates of R and S are (200, 400) and (-200, 400).
(ii) (a) The length PQ = 200 + 200 = 400 units.
Area of square PQRS = 400 x 400 = 160000 sq. units.
OR

(b) Length of diagonal PR = √2 x length of side = 400√2 units.

(iii) Here,

Using section formula, we have

Kx2 + x1 Ky2 + y1
∴ , = (-200, 400)
K+1 K+1
K(200) + (-600) K(800) + 0
⇒ , = (-200, 400)
K+1 K+1
200K - 600 800K
⇒ , = (-200, 400)
K+1 K+1
800K
∴ = 400
K+1
⇒ 800K = 400K + 400
⇒ 400K = 400
⇒K=1

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Previous Year Questions 2022

Q12: The line represented by 4x - 3y = 9 intersects the y-axis at (2022)
(a) (0, -3)
(b) (9/4, 0)
(c) (-3, 0)
(d) (0, 9/4)

Ans: (a)
Given, the equation of line is 4x- 3y = 9.
Putting x = 0, we get 4x(0) - 3y = 9 ⇒ y = -3
So, the line 4x - 3y = 9 intersects the y-axis at (0, -3).

Q13: The point on x-axis equidistant from the points P(5, 0) and Q(-1, 0) is (2022)
(a) (2, 0)
(b) (-2, 0)
(c) (3, 0)
(d) (2, 2)

Ans: (a)
Let coordinates of the point on the x-axis be R (x, 0).
√((x - 5)² + (0 - 0)²) = √((x + 1)² + (0 - 0)²)
Simplify:
(x - 5)² = (x + 1)²
Expand:
x² - 10x + 25 = x² + 2x + 1
Solve for x:
-10x + 25 = 2x + 1
⇒ -12x = -24
⇒x=2
So, the point is (2, 0).

Q14: The x-coordinate of a point P is twice its y-coordinate. If P is equidistant front Q(2, -5) and R(-3, 6),
then the coordinates of P are (2022)

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(a) (8, 16)

(b) (10, 20)
(c) (20, 10)
(d) (16, 8)

Ans: (d)
Let coordinate of point P= t
So, .(x-coordinate of point P = 2t ∴ Point is P (2t, t).
2 2
Given, PQ = RP ⇒ PQ = RP
2 2 2 2
⇒ (2t - 2) + (t + 5) = (2t + 3) + (t - 6) [By distance formula]
⇒ 4t2 - 8t + 4 + t2 + 10t + 25 = 4t2+ 12t + 9 + t2- 12t + 36
⇒ 2t = 16
t=8
P = 2t = 2 x 8 = 16
Coordinates of P are (16, 8).

Q15: The ratio in which the point (-4, 6) divides the line segment joining the points A(-6, 10) and B(3, -8) is
(2022)
(a) 2 : 5
(b) 7 : 2
(c) 2 : 7
(d) 5 : 2

Ans: (c)
Let point P(-4, 6) divides the line segment AB in the ratio m1: m2.

By section formula, we have

3m1 - 6m2 -8m1 + 10m2
(-4,6) = ,
m1 + m 2 m1 + m 2
3m1 - 6m2
Now, -4 =
m1 + m 2
⇒ 3m1 - 6m2 = -4m1 - 4m2
⇒ 7m1 = 2m2 ∴ m1 : m2 = 2:7
Putting the value of m1 : m2 in the y-coordinate, we get

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-8m1 +10 -8 × 2
= + 10
m1 + m 2 7
-16
+ 10 = 6
7
Hence, the required ratio is 2:7.

Q16: Case Study: Shivani is an interior decorator. To design her own living room, she designed wail shelves. The
graph of intersecting wail shelves is given below: (2022)

Based on the above information, answer the following questions:

(i) If O is the origin, then what are the coordinates of S?
(a) (-6, -4)
(b) (6, 4)
(c) (-6, 4)
(d) (6, -4)

Ans: (c)
Coordinates of S are (-6, 4).
(ii) The coordinates of the mid-point of the line segment joining D and H is
(a)
(b) (3, -1)
(c) (3, 1)
(d)

Ans: (b)
Coordinates of D are (-2, -4) and coordinates of H are (8, 2).
∴ Midpoint of DH =
(iii) The ratio in which the x-axis divides the line-segment joining the points A and C is
(a) 2 : 3
(b) 2 : 1
(c) 1 : 2
(d) 1 : 1

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Ans: (d)
Coordinates of A are (-2, 4) and coordinates of C are (4, -4).
Let (x, 0) divides the line segment joining the points A and C in the ratio m1 : m2
By section formula, we have
4m1 - 2m2 -4m1 + 4m2
(x, 0) = ,
m1 + m 2 m1 + m 2
-4m1 + 4m2
Now, 0 =
m1 + m 2
⇒ -4m1 + 4m2 = 0
⇒ m1 : m2 = 1:1
(iv) The distance between the points P and G is
(a) 16 units
(b) 3√74 units
(c) 2√74 units
(d) √74 units

Ans: (c)
Coordinates of P are (-6, -4) and coordinates of G are (8, 6).

(v) The coordinates of the vertices of rectangle IJKL are

(a) I(2, 0), J(2, 6), K(8,6), L(8, 2)
(b) I(2, -2), J(2, -6), K(8, - 6), L(8, -2)
(c) I(-2, 0), J(-2, 6), K(-8, 6), L(-8, 2)
(d) I(-2, 0), J(-2, -6), K(-8, -6), L(-8, -2)

Ans: (b)
Coordinates of vertices of rectangle IJKL are respectively I(2, -2), J(2, -6), K(8, -6),L(8, -2).

Previous Year Questions 2021

Q17: Case Study : Students of a school are standing in rows and columns in their school playground to
celebrate their annual sports day. A, B, C and D are the positions of four students as shown in the figure. (2021)

Based on the above, answer the following questions:

(i) The figure formed by the four points A, B, C and D is a
(a) square

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(b) parallelogram
(c) rhombus
(d) quadrilateral

Ans: (d)
From figure coordinates are A(2, 5), B(5, 7), C(8, 6) and D(6, 3)
Now,

Clearly, ABCD is a quadrilateral

(ii) If the sports teacher is sitting at the origin, then which of the four students is closest to him?
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D

Ans: (a)
Here, sports teacher is at O(0,0).
Now,

∴ OA is the minimum distance

∴ A is closest to sports teacher.
(iii) The distance between A and C is
(a) √37 units
(b) √35 units
(c) 6 units
(d) 5 units

Ans: (a)
Required distance =
=
(iv) The coordinates of the mid point of line segment AC are
(a)
(b)

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(c)
(d) (5, 11)

Ans: (c)
Coordinates of mid-point of AC are

(v) If a point P divides the line segment AD in the ratio 1: 2, then coordinates of P are
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

Ans: (b)
Let point P(x, y) divides the line segment AD in the ration 1: 2.

1(6) + 2(2) 1(3) + 2(5)

∴ ,
1+2 1+2
6+4 3 + 10
⇒x= ,y=
3 3
10 13
⇒x= ,y=
3 3
10 13
∴ Coordinates of P are ( , )
3 3

Previous Year Questions 2020

Q18: The distance between the points (m, -n) and (-m, n) is (2020)
(a)
(b) m + n
(c)
(d)

Ans: (c)
Required distance

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Q19: The distance between t he points (0, 0) and (a - b, a + b) is (2020)

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

Ans: (d)
Required distance =

Q20: AOBC is a rectangle whose three vertices are A(0, -3), O(0, 0) and B(4, 0). The length of its diagonal is
______. (2020)

Ans: In rectangle AOBC. AB is a diagonal.

So,

= 5 Units

Q21: Show that the points (7, 10), (-2, 5) and (3, -4) are vertices of an isosceles right triangle. (2020)

Ans: Let the given points be A(7, 10), B(-2, 5) and C(3, - 4].
Using distance Formula, we have

Also, AB2 + BC2 = 106 + 106 = 212 = AC2

So. ABC is an isosceles right angled triangle with ∠B = 90°.

Q22: The point on the x-axis which is equidistant from (-4, 0) and (10, 0) is (2020)
(a) (7, 0)
(b) (5, 0)
(c) (0, 0)
(d) (3, 0)

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Ans: (d)
To find the point on the x-axis equidistant from (-4, 0) and (10, 0), let the point be (x, 0).
Using the distance formula:
√( (x + 4)² ) = √( (x - 10)² )
Square both sides:
(x + 4)² = (x - 10)²
Expand:
x² + 8x + 16 = x² - 20x + 100
Cancel x² and simplify:
8x + 16 = -20x + 100
28x = 84
x=3
Final Answer:
The point is (3,0).

Q23: If the point P(k, 0) divides the line segment joining the points A(2, -2) and B(-7, 4) in the ratio 1:2 then
the value of k is (2020)
(a) 1
(b) 2
(c) -2
(d) -1

Ans: (d)
Since, the point P(k 0) divides the line segment joining A(2, -2) and B(-7, 4) in the ratio 1 : 2.

Q24: The centre of a circle whose end points of a diameter are (-6, 3) and (6, 4) is (2020)
(a) (8, -1)
(b) (4, 7)
(c)
(d)

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Ans: (c)
Let the coordinates of centre of the circle be (x, y) and AB be the given diameter.
By Using mid-point formula.

We have,

∴ Coordinates of C are

Q25: Find the ratio in which the y-axis divides the line segment joining the points (6, -4) and (-2, -7). Also,
find the point of intersection. (2020)

Ans: Let the point P(0, y) on y-axis divides the line segment joining the points A(6, -4) and B(-2, -7) in the ratio k :
1.

By section formula, we have

-2k + 6
=0
k+1
⇒ -2k + 6 = 0 ⇒ k = 3
and
-7k - 4
=y
k+1
-7(3) - 4
⇒ =y
3+1
4y = -21 - 4 = -25
-25
⇒y=
4
-25
Hence, the required point is (0, ) and the required ratio is 3:1.
4

Q26: If the point C(-1, 2) divides internally the line segment joining A(2, 5) and B(x, y) in the ratio 3 : 4, find
the coordinates of B. (2020)

Ans: We have, A(2, 5), B(x, y) and C(-1, 2) and point C divides AB in the ratio 3 :4.

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3x + 8 -15
∴ -1 = ⇒ -7 = 3x + 8 ⇒ x = = -5
7 3
and
3y + 20 -6
2= ⇒ 14 = 3y + 20 ⇒ y = = -2
7 3
∴ Coordinates of B = (-5, -2)

Previous Year Questions 2019

Q27: Find the value(s) of x, if the distance between the points 4(0, 0) a nd B(x, - 4) is 5 units. (2019)

Ans: Given AB = 5 units

Q28: Find the point on y-axis which is equidistant from the points (5,-2) and (-3, 2). (Delhi 2019)

Ans:
Any point on the y-axis has coordinates of the form (0, y).
Set Up the Distance Equation:
The distance from (0, y) to (5, -2) should be equal to the distance from (0, y) to (-3, 2):
√((0 - 5)² + (y - (-2))²) = √((0 - (-3))² + (y - 2)²)
Simplify the equation:
√(25 + (y + 2)²) = √(9 + (y - 2)²)
Square Both Sides:
25 + (y + 2)² = 9 + (y - 2)²
Expand and Simplify:
Expand both sides:
25 + y² + 4y + 4 = 9 + y² - 4y + 4
Simplify:
29 + y² + 4y = 13 + y² - 4y
Subtract y² from both sides:
29 + 4y = 13 - 4y
Add 4y to both sides:
29 + 8y = 13
Subtract 29 from both sides:

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8y = -16
Divide by 8:
y = -2
The point on the y-axis that is equidistant from (5,-2) and (-3,2) is (0,-2).

Q29: Find the coordinates of a point A where AB is a diameter of the circle with centre (-2, 2) and B is the
point with coordinates (3, 4). (2019)

Ans: Let coordinates of the point A be (x, y) and O is the mid point of AB.

By using mid-point formula,

we have
⇒ -4 = x + 3 and 4 = y + 4
⇒ x = -7 and y = 0
∴ Coordinates of A are (-7, 0).

Q30: In what ratio is the line segment joining the points P(3, -6) and Q(5, 3) divided by x-axis? (2019)

Ans: Let the point R(x, 0) on x-axis divides the line segment PQ in the ratio k: 1.

∴ By section formula, we have

∴ Required ratio is 2 : 1 .

Q31: Find the ratio in which the segment joining the points (1, -3) and (4, 5) is divided by x-axis? Also find
the coordinates of this point on x-axis. (2019)

Ans: Let the point P(x, 0) divides the segment joining the points A(1, -3) and B (4, 5) in the ratio k : 1

(4k + 1, 5k - 3)
Coordinates of P are (By Section Formula)
k+1
Since, y-coordinate of P is 0
5k - 3 3
= 0 ⇒ 5k - 3 = 0 ⇒ 5k = 3 ⇒ k =
k+1 5

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Hence, the point P divides the line segment in the ratio 3:5.
Also, x-coordinate of P
4k + 1 4 17
= = +1=
k+1 3/5 8
∴ Coordinates of point P are (17/8, 0)

Q32: The point R divides the line segment AB, where A (- 4, 0) and B(0, 6) such that AR = 3/4 AB.
Find the coordinates of R. (CBSE 2019)

Ans: Given,

3 AB 4
AR = AB ⇒ =
4 AR 3
AB 4
⇒ -1= -1=1
AR 3
AB - AR 4 - 3 1
⇒ = =
AR 3 3
BR 1
⇒ = ⇒ AR : BR = 3:1
AR 3
∴ Coordinates of R are
3(0) + 1(-4) 3(6) + 1(0)
( , )
3+1 3+1
-4 18 9
=( , ) = (-1, )
4 4 2

Q33: Find the coordinates of point A, where AB is the diameter of the circle with centre (3, -1) and point B
is (2, 6). [2019, 2 Marks]

Ans: Let the coordinates of A be (x, y). Here, 0(3, - 1] is the mid point of AB.

By using mid point formula, we have ⇒ x = 4, y = - 8∴ Coordinates of A are (4, - 8).

Q34: The line segment joining the points A(2, 1) and B(5, -8) is trisected at the points P and Q such that P is
nearer to A. If P also lies on the line given by 2x - y + k = 0, find the value of k. (2019)

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Ans:
Let P(x1, y1) and Q(x2, y2) are the points of trisection of line segment AB.
∴ AP = PQ = QB
Now. point P divides AB internally in the ratio 1 : 2
∴ By section formula, we have

Since, point P(3, -2) lies on the line 2x - y + k = 0

⇒6+2+k=0
⇒k=-8

Q35: Find the ratio in which the line x - 3y = 0 divides the line segment joining the points (-2, -5) and (6, 3).
Find the coordinates of the point of intersection. (2019)

Ans: Let point P(x1, y1) divides the line segment joining the points A(-2, -5) and B(6, 3) in the ratio k: 1

∴ Coordinates of P are

The point P lies on line x - 3y = 0

∴ Required ratio is 13 : 3.Now, coordinates of P are

Q36: In what ratio does the point P(-4, y) divide the line segment joining the points A(-6, 10) and B(3, -8)
Hence find the value of y. (2019)

Ans: Let the point P(-4, y) divides the line segment joining the points A and B in the ration k: 1

∴ By section formula, coordinates of P are

∴ Required ration is 2: 7.
Now,

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Previous Year Questions 2017

Q37: If two adjacent vertices of a parallelogram are (3, 2) and (–1, 0) and the diagonals intersect at (2, –5),
then find the coordinates of the other two vertices. (CBSE 2017)

Ans: Consider a parallelogram ABCD with A(3, 2) and B(–1, 0).

Let two adjacent vertices of a parallelogram be A ≡ (3,2) and B ≡ (-1,0).

Let coordinates of the other two vertices be C (x1, y1) and D (x2, y2).
We know that diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each other.
∴ Midpoint of AC and Midpoint of BD are the same, i.e., point O(2, -5).
3 + x1 2 + y1
∴ = 2 and = -5
2 2
⇒ x1 = 1 and y1 = -12 ⇒ C ≡ (1, -12)
x2 - 1 y2 + 0
Also, = 2 and = -5
2 2
⇒ x2 = 5 and y2 = -10 ⇒ D ≡ (5, -10)
Hence, the remaining vertices are (1, -12) and (5, -10).

Q38: Find the coordinates of the points of trisection of the line segment joining the points (3, –2) and (–3, –
4). (CBSE 2017)

Ans: The given line segment is A(3, – 2) and B(–3, –4).

Here, C(x, y) and C'(x’, y’) are the points of trisection of AB.
Then, AC : CB = 1 : 2 and AC’ : C’B = 2 : 1

By section formula,
mx2 + nx1 my2 + ny1
C(x, y) = ,
m+n m+n
Here, m = 1, n = 2
x1 = 3, y1 = -2
x2 = -3, y2 = -4
1(-3) + 2×3 1(-4) + 2(-2)
∴ C(x, y) = ,
1+2 1+2

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-3 + 6 -4 - 4
= ,
3 3
= (1, -8/3)
Now,
m'x2 + n'x1 m'y2 + n'y1
C'(x', y') = ,
m' + n' m' + n'
Here, m' = 2, n' = 1
2(-3) + 1×3 2(-4) + 1×(-2)
∴ C'(x', y') = ,
2+1 2+1
-6 + 3 -8 - 2
= ,
3 3
= (-1, -10/3)
Hence, the coordinates of the points of trisection are (1, -8/3) and (-1, -10/3).

Q39: In the given figure, ∆ABC is an equilateral triangle of side 3 units. Find the coordinates of the other
two vertices. (CBSE 2017)

Ans: Given an equilateral triangle ABC of side 3 units.

Also, coordinates of vertex A are (2, 0).
Let the coordinates of B = (x, 0) and C = (x', y').
Then, using the distance formula,

On squaring both sides, we get

2
9 = (x – 2)
x2 + 4 – 4x = 9
2
x – 4x – 5 = 0
2
x – 5x + x – 5 = 0
(x – 5) (x + 1) = 0
x = 5, – 1 But x = – 1 (Neglected , since it lies on positive x-axis)
Coordinates of B are (5, 0).
Now, AC = BC [Q Sides of an equilateral triangle are equal]
2 2
or AC = BC
By using the distance formula,
2 2 2 2
√(x' – 2) + (y' – 0) = √(x' – 5) + (y' – 0)

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2 2 2 2
x' + 4 – 4x' + y' = x' + 25 – 10x' + y'
6x' = 21
x' = 7 / 2
Also, AC = 3 units. (given)
√((x - 2)² + (y' - 0)²) = 3
On squaring both sides:
x² + 4 - 4x + y'² = 9
49 7 7
+ 4 - 4 × + y'² = 9 [∵ x' = ]
4 2 2
9 27
⇒ y'² = 9 - =
4 4
√27 3√3
⇒ y' = =±
4 2
But, C lies in the first quadrant.
3√3
y' =
2
7 3√3
Coordinates of C are ( , )
2 2
7 3√3
Hence, the coordinates of B and C are (5, 0) and ( , ) respectively.
2 2

Q40: Show that ∆ABC, where A(–2, 0), B(2, 0), C(0, 2) and ∆PQR where P(–4, 0), Q(4, 0), R(0, 4) are similar
triangles. (CBSE 2017)

Ans: Given: ∆ABC with vertices A(–2, 0), B(2, 0), C(0, 2) and ∆PQR with vertices P(−4, 0) Q(4, 0) and R(0, 4).
In ∆ABC, using distance formula,

Similarly, in ∆PQR, using distance formula,

Now,

and
So,

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Since, the corresponding sides of ΔABC and ΔPQR are proportional,

∴ ∆ABC ~ ∆PQR
Hence, proved.

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