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The sum of the distinct real values of μ for which the vectors μi^+j^+k^, i^+μj^+k^, i^+j^+μk^ are co-planar, is 
MathematicsVector AlgebraJEE MainJEE Main 2019 (12 Jan Shift 1)
Options:
  • A 0
  • B -1
  • C 1
  • D 2
Solution:
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The correct answer is: -1

Given the three vectors are coplanar.

Hence, μ111μ111μ=0

μμ2-1-1μ-1+11-μ=0

μμ-1μ+1-2μ-1=0 a2-b2=a-ba+b

μ1μ μ+12=0

μ1μ2+μ+2=0

μ1μ-1μ+2=0

μ=1, 1, -2

Therefore, the sum of the distinct real values of μ=-2+1=-1.

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