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The ratio in which the y-axis divides the line segment joining (2, -3) and (5, 6) is:
A2:5 internally
B2:5 externally
C5:2 internally
D1:2 externally
✓ Correct Answer: B — 2:5 externally
Ratio = -x1 : x2 = -2 : 5. Since negative, it's 2:5 externally.
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