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If the pair of lines joining the origin to the points of intersection of the curve \[ 2x^2-5xy-3y^2-10x+27y-8=0 \] and the straight line \[ ax+y=1 \] are perpendicular to each other and \(a\) is not an integer, then \(a=\)

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If two lines through the origin have slopes \(m_1\) and \(m_2\), then they are perpendicular iff \[ \boxed{m_1m_2=-1.} \] Use Vieta's formulas to express \(x_1+x_2\) and \(x_1x_2\) while eliminating the intersection points.
Updated On: Jul 18, 2026
  • \(\dfrac32\)
  • \(\dfrac94\)
  • \(-\dfrac94\)
  • \(-\dfrac32\)
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The Correct Option is C

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