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Question #41933
The Question
Let and be two lines in 3D space whose direction ratios are respectively given by and , where: Here, denotes the greatest integer less than or equal to , and the sums and are defined as: Find the angle between the lines and .
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Practice problems that bridge the gap between foundational theory and advanced practical application.
Concepts Behind This Question
Angle between two lines|Sum to n terms vs. General Term|Integral Part and Fractional Part
Why This Question Is Tricky
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This question tests the student's ability to handle discrete transformations (Greatest Integer Function) applied to finite series sums.
The primary trap lies in approximating the finite sums and to their infinite limits (, ).
If a student assumes , they incorrectly evaluate instead of , and instead of , leading to incorrect direction ratios.
The problem forces exact evaluation of the fractional deficit in the telescoping series before applying the floor function, ultimately revealing orthogonal lines.
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Question Information
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Chapter | Three-Dimensional Geometry - Class 12 |
| Concept | Angle between two lines |
| Difficulty | 8 |
| Cognitive Load | 7 |
| Target Solve Time | 160 sec |
| Access | Free |