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If $\mathbf{a}=\mathbf{i}-2 \mathbf{j}$ and $\mathbf{b}=2 \mathbf{i}+\lambda \mathbf{j}$ are parallel, then $\lambda$ is
MathematicsVector AlgebraJEE Main
Options:
  • A 4
  • B 2
  • C -2
  • D -4
Solution:
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The correct answer is: -4
$\frac{1}{2}=\frac{-2}{\lambda} \Rightarrow \lambda=-4$

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