The vector ^i+x^j+3^k is rotated through an angle θ and is doubled in magnitude. It now becomes 4^i+(4x−2)^j+2^k. The possible value(s) of x is(are)
A
{2,−23}
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
{13,2}
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
23
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
−13
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is A{2,−23} Since, the vector ^i+x^j+3^k is doubled in magnitude then it becomes, 4^i+(4x−2)^j+2^k 2|^i+x^j+3^k|=|4^i+(4x−2)^j+2^k| ⇒2√1+x2+9=√16+(4x−2)2+4 ⇒40+4x2=20+(4x−2)2 ⇒3x2−4x−4=0 ⇒(x−2)(3x+2)=0 ⇒x=2,−23