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If \( \mathbf{a} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{10}} (4\hat{i} - 3\hat{j} + \hat{k}) \) and \( \mathbf{b} = \frac{1}{5} (\hat{i} + 2\hat{j} + 2\hat{k}) \), then the value of \[ (2\mathbf{a} - \mathbf{b}) \cdot \left[ (\mathbf{a} \times \mathbf{b}) \times (\mathbf{a} + 2\mathbf{b}) \right] \]

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Remember: For the cross product \( \mathbf{a} \times \mathbf{b} \), you can use the determinant method. Also, when dealing with the triple cross product, break it into manageable steps.
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
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