Find the equation of the straight line which is perpendicular with the straight line RST and passes through the point R. b) Given that point S divides the line segment RT such that RS:ST= 1:3. Find the coordinate of S.

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a) Find the equation of the straight line which is perpendicular with the straight line RST and passes through the point R. b) Given that point S divides the line segment RT such that RS:ST= 1:3. Find the coordinate of S.
The diagram 4 shows the straight line RST that intersects with the x-axis. The
equation of the straight line RST is y = -x + 12
5
y
R (2,7)
(6,-3)
Rajah / Diagram 4
Transcribed Image Text:The diagram 4 shows the straight line RST that intersects with the x-axis. The equation of the straight line RST is y = -x + 12 5 y R (2,7) (6,-3) Rajah / Diagram 4
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