From a point $P(\lambda, \lambda, \lambda)$,perpendiculars $PQ$ and $PR$ are drawn respectively on the lines $y=x, z=1$ and $y=-x, z=-1$. If $P$ is such that $\angle QPR$ is a right angle,then the possible value$(s)$ of $\lambda$ is(are)

  • A
    $\sqrt{2}$
  • B
    $1$
  • C
    $-1$
  • D
    $-\sqrt{2}$

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