SOLUTION: Hi again!! A curve is traced by a point P(x,y) which moves such that its distance from the point A(-1,1) is three times its distance from the point B(2,-1). Determine the equati

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Question 987660: Hi again!!
A curve is traced by a point P(x,y) which moves such that its distance from the point A(-1,1) is three times its distance from the point B(2,-1). Determine the equation of the curve.
IF you can figure this out, congratulations. You can do college math and I can't. :) Due Tuesday.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39632) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The Distance Formula is the key to starting this solution.

Distance PA is Distance PB*3

Simplify this equation and convert into any meaningful form through your arithmetic/algebra skills.