For what values of $a$ will the system of equations $x+y+z=1$, $2x+3y+2z=2$, and $ax+ay+2az=4$ have a unique solution?

  • A
    For $a=0$ only
  • B
    For all $a \in R-\{0\}$
  • C
    For all $a \in Q$
  • D
    For all $a \notin N$

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