Points a, p, and b are collinear on ab, and pb: ab = 2/7. a is located on the origin (0,0), p is located at (10, -5), and b is located at (x, y). which axis is closer to b, the x-axis or the y-axis? justify your answer.
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In the following situation, determine whether you are asked to determine the number of permutations or combinations. then do the calculation how many ways are there to pick a starting five from a basketball team of twelve members? a. permutation; ps - 2520 b. combination; 1c, - 792 c. combination: 2cs - 2520 d. permutation; ps - 95040

The holiday party will cost $160 if 8 people attend.if there are 40 people who attend the party, how much will the holiday party cost

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