If points \((t, 2t)\), \((-2, 6)\) and \((3, 1)\) are collinear, then \(t\) is equal to
Question and options
If points , and are collinear, then is equal to
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - \(\frac{4}{3}\)
The line through (-2,6) and (3,1) is y = -x + 4. Putting in (t, 2t): 2t = -t + 4, so t = 4/3.
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