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If the system of linear equations x + ky + 3z = 0 3x + ky - 2z = 0 2x + 4y - 3z = 0 has a non-zero solution (x, y, z), then is equal to
- A30
- B-10
- C10
- D-30
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Correct answer: C
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For a homogeneous system to have a non-zero solution, the determinant of its coefficient matrix must be zero.
The system is:
So the coefficient matrix is
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Set .
Expanding along the first row:
Therefore,
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Substitute into the system:
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Eliminate variables to find the ratio .
Subtract (1) from (2):
Put this in (3):
Then
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Now compute:
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Hence the correct option is: which is Option C.
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