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The projection of the line segment joining \( (2,0,-3) \) and \( (5,-1,2) \) on a straight line whose direction ratios are \( 2,4,4 \) is equal to
The projection of the line segment joining \( (2,0,-3) \) and \( (5,-1,2) \) on a straight line whose direction ratios are \( 2,4,4 \) is equal to
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Projection = component of one vector along another, not the vector itself.
Updated On: May 8, 2026
- \( \frac{11}{6} \)
- \( \frac{10}{3} \)
- \( \frac{13}{3} \)
- \( \frac{13}{6} \)
- \( \frac{11}{3} \)
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The Correct Option is
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