If the scalar projection of vector on vector equals zero

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · AP · AP Precalculus · Functions with Parameters, Vectors, and Matrices · Functions with Parameters, Vectors, and Matrices

Problem

If the scalar projection of vector p\mathbf{p} on vector q\mathbf{q} equals zero, which of the following must necessarily be true? (a) p\mathbf p is parallel to q\mathbf q (b) q\mathbf q is the zero vector (c) p\mathbf p is perpendicular to q\mathbf q (d) p\mathbf p is the zero vector

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