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A point P divides line AB in the ratio 7:-5 where A and B are the points A(2,5,4) and B(-4,7,2). Find the co-ordinates of P....

A point P divides line AB in the ratio 7:-5 where A and B are the points A(2,5,4) and B(-4,7,2). Find the co-ordinates of P.

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