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The coordinates of the points P and Q are (1, -2) and (4, 10) respectively. A point T divides the line PQ in the ratio...

The coordinates of the points P and Q are (1, -2) and (4, 10) respectively. A point T divides the line PQ in the ratio 2:1
a) Determine the coordinates of T
b) Find the equation of the line perpendicular to PQ and passing through T.

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