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MHT CET · Maths · Vector Algebra

The sum of the lengths of projections of \(\mathrm{p} \hat{i}+\mathrm{q} \hat{j}+\mathrm{rk}\) on the co-ordinate axes, where \(p=4, q=-5, r=7\) is

  1. A 6 units
  2. B 16 units
  3. C 20 units
  4. D 28 units
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Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(B) 16 units

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Detailed explanation

The projection on the \(\mathrm{x}\)-axis \(=|\mathrm{p}|=4\)
The projection on the \(\mathrm{y}\)-axis \(=|\mathrm{q}|=5\)
The projection on the \(\mathrm{z}\)-axis \(=|\mathrm{r}|=7\)
Sum \(=4+5+7=16\)