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What is the definition of partitioning a segment?

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Partitioning a segment refers to dividing a line segment into smaller segments in a specific ratio.

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If a segment is divided in the ratio 4:1, how many total parts are there?

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5 parts.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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What does the ratio 3:1 indicate when partitioning a segment?

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It indicates that the segment is divided into 4 parts, with one part being three times longer than the other.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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How do you find the coordinates of a point that partitions a segment in a given ratio?

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Use the section formula: P(x,y) = ((mx2 + nx1)/(m+n), (my2 + ny1)/(m+n)) where m:n is the ratio.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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Given points A(-1,2) and B(7,14), what is the point P that partitions AB in a ratio of 1:3?

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P is (1,5).

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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What is the section formula used for partitioning a segment?

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The section formula is P(x,y) = ((mx2 + nx1)/(m+n), (my2 + ny1)/(m+n)).

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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If point P divides segment AB in the ratio 1:2, what is the relationship of the lengths AP and PB?

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AP is one part and PB is two parts.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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What is the significance of directed line segments in partitioning?

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Directed line segments have a specific direction, which affects the ratios when partitioning.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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Divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the ratio of a segment if point P divides it into two equal parts?

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The ratio is 1:1.

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.6