Physics-Scalar & Vector Products
NEET Physics Scalar & Vector Products MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11
What is the result when a vector A is multiplied by a positive number λ?
A
The magnitude increases by λ, direction remains same.
B
The magnitude decreases by λ, direction remains same.
C
The magnitude remains unchanged, direction reverses.
D
The magnitude increases by λ, direction reverses.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Multiplying a vector A by a positive number λ results in a vector whose magnitude is increased by the factor λ while maintaining the same direction, as stated in the NCERT context.
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