Question: What is the ratio in which the point (3, 4) divides the line segment joining (1, 2) and (5, 6)?

Options:

1. 1:2
2. 2:1
3. 3:1
4. 1:3

Correct Answer: 2:1

Solution:

Using the section formula, we can find the ratio by solving for m:n in the equations derived from the coordinates.