If , then the system of equations
has:
has:
- (A)infinitely many solutions✓ Correct
- (B)exactly two solutions
- (C)no solution
- (D)a unique solution
Answer: (A)
Solution
The system is homogeneous, so it admits non-trivial, hence infinitely many, solutions precisely when the coefficient determinant vanishes. That determinant equals . With , , and . Substituting, the determinant becomes . The determinant is zero, so the system has infinitely many solutions.
JEE Main · 2021 · 31 Aug 2021 · Shift 2 · Single correct option