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Question
What point on the x-axis is equidistant from the points (7, 6) and (-3, 4)?
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Solution
Let the co-ordinates of the required point on x-axis be P (x, 0).
The given points are A (7, 6) and B (-3, 4).
Given, PA = PB
PA2 = PB2
(x - 7)2 + (0 - 6)2 = (x + 3)2 + (0 - 4)2
x2 + 49 - 14x + 36 = x2 + 9 + 6x + 16
60 = 20x
x = 3
Thus, the required point is (3, 0).
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It is rectangular in shape - 100 yards by 60 yards. Goals consist of two upright posts placed equidistant from the centre of the backline, joined at the top by a horizontal crossbar. The inner edges of the posts must be 3.66 metres (4 yards) apart, and the lower edge of the crossbar must be 2.14 metres (7 feet) above the ground.
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