MCQ
If the system of linear equations
$\begin{array}{l}3 x+y+\beta z=3 \\
2 x+\alpha y-z=-3 \\
x+2 y+z=4\end{array}$
has infinitely many solutions, then the value of $22 \beta-9 \alpha$ is :
  • A
    49
  • 31
  • C
    43
  • D
    37

Answer

Correct option: B.
31
(B) 31
Explanation: $\Delta=\left|\begin{array}{ccc}3 & 1 & \beta \\ 2 & \alpha & -1 \\ 1 & 2 & 1\end{array}\right|=0$
$3 \alpha+4 \beta-\alpha \beta+3=0$
$\Delta_3=\left|\begin{array}{ccc}3 & 1 & 3 \\ 2 & \alpha & -3 \\ 1 & 2 & 4\end{array}\right|=0$
$9 \alpha+19=0$
$\alpha=\frac{-19}{9}, \beta=\frac{6}{11}$
$\Rightarrow 22 \beta-9 \alpha=31$

Need a full question paper?

Generate a complete, print-ready paper with questions like this in minutes — across 16+ boards, with answer keys.

Start Generating Free