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  • Question
  • If two line pa + b = 2 and 3a + b = 4 are parallel to each other, then what is the value of p ?


  • Options
  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. 3
  • D. 4

  • Correct Answer


  • Explanation

    Given two lines are parallel

    pa+b=2

    b=-pa+2..........(1)

    3a+b=4

    b=-3a+4 ...........(2)

    m1 = -p

    m2= -3

    The condition for the two lines to be parallel is m1=m2

    p = 3

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