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If vector `vecC` is added to vector `vecD,` the results is a third vector that is perpendicular to `vecD` and has a magnitude equal to `3 vecD.` What is the ratio of the magnitude of `vecC` to that of `vecD` ?

A

`1.8`

B

`2.2`

C

`3.2`

D

`1.3`

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