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Let p and q be the position vectors of P and Q respectively with respect to O and |p|=p, |q|=q. R,S divide P,Q Internally and externally in the ratio 2:3 respectively. If OR and OS are perpendicular, then

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9p2=4q2
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4p2=9q2
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9p=4q
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4p=9q
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Solution

The correct option is A 9p2=4q2
O is the origin. R divides PQ internally in the ratio 2:3,
r=3p+2q3+2
Also, s=3p2q32
Because its given that OR is perpendicular to OS, their dot product equals 0.
15(3p+2q).(3p2q)=0
9p2=4q2

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