If the line segment is divided in the ratio 3 : 7, then how many parts does it contain while constructing the point of division?
A. 3
B. 7
C. 4
D. 10
Answer:D
If the line segment is divided in the ratio 3 : 7, then how many parts does it contain while constructing the point of division?
A. 3 B. 7 C. 4 D. 10
Explanation: The line segment is divided in the ratio 3 : 7 means, it contains 3 parts on one side and 7 parts on the other side of the point of division. Hence, there will be a total of (3 + 7) parts, i.e. 10 parts.