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Find the ratio in which the Y-axis divides the line segment joining (2, -3) and (-3, 6).
A2:3
B3:2
C1:2
D2:1
✓ Correct Answer: A — 2:3
On the Y-axis, x = 0. Let ratio be k:1. (k*(-3) + 1*2) / (k+1) = 0 => -3k + 2 = 0 => k = 2/3.
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