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Question #40709
The Question
Let be three non-coplanar vectors such that no two are orthogonal. A sequence of vectors is defined as where , , and . If , then the value of is
Options
- A.
0
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
12
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Concepts Behind This Question
V-N Method (Partial Fractions)|Vector Triple Product Expansion|Linear Independence vs Dependence
Why This Question Is Tricky
Common Mistakes
This question tests the intersection of the Method of Differences (V-N method) and Vector Algebra.
The primary trap is assuming the vector triple products are linearly independent, which would lead students to incorrectly set and conclude no solution exists or .
Recognizing the Jacobi Identity () is mandatory to reduce the system to a linearly independent basis, revealing the hidden constraint .
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Question Information
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Chapter | Sequences and Series - Class 11 |
| Concept | V-N Method (Partial Fractions) |
| Difficulty | 8 |
| Cognitive Load | 7 |
| Target Solve Time | 160 sec |
| Access | Free |