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Published on: August 11, 2026
The nearest point on the line 3x + 4y = 12 from the origin is-
A
B
C
D
None of these
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Nearest pt is foot of ⊥
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= – 
= 
= + 
⇒ x = 
, y = + 
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