Vector Algebra Question 7

Question: If $ \mathbf{a}=\mathbf{i}-2\mathbf{j} $ and $ \mathbf{b}=2\mathbf{i}+\lambda \mathbf{j} $ are parallel, then $ \lambda $ is

[RPET 1996]

Options:

A) 4

B) 2

C) ? 2

D) ? 4

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • $ \frac{1}{2}=\frac{-2}{\lambda }\Rightarrow \lambda =-4 $ .