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If $\left(a, a^2\right)$ falls inside the angle made by the lines $y=\frac{x}{2}, x>0$ and $y=3 x, x>0$, then a belongs to
MathematicsStraight LinesJEE MainJEE Main 2006
Options:
  • A
    $\left(0, \frac{1}{2}\right)$
  • B
    $(3, \infty)$
  • C
    $\left(\frac{1}{2}, 3\right)$
  • D
    $\left(-3,-\frac{1}{2}\right)$
Solution:
2927 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
$\left(\frac{1}{2}, 3\right)$
$a^2-3 a < 0$ and $a^2-\frac{a}{2}>0 \Rightarrow \frac{1}{2} < a < 3$

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