Math Problem Statement

ind an equation of the plane.

the plane through the point (6,2,9) and with normal vector2i +6j +5k

Solution

The equation of a plane can be written in the general form:

A(xx1)+B(yy1)+C(zz1)=0A(x - x_1) + B(y - y_1) + C(z - z_1) = 0

where (x1,y1,z1)(x_1, y_1, z_1) is a point on the plane, and A,B,CA, B, C are the components of the normal vector to the plane.

Given the point (6,2,9)(6, 2, 9) and the normal vector 2i+6j+5k2\mathbf{i} + 6\mathbf{j} + 5\mathbf{k}, the components of the normal vector are A=2A = 2, B=6B = 6, and C=5C = 5.

Substitute these values into the general equation:

2(x6)+6(y2)+5(z9)=02(x - 6) + 6(y - 2) + 5(z - 9) = 0

Now, simplify the equation:

2(x6)+6(y2)+5(z9)=02(x - 6) + 6(y - 2) + 5(z - 9) = 0 2x12+6y12+5z45=02x - 12 + 6y - 12 + 5z - 45 = 0 2x+6y+5z69=02x + 6y + 5z - 69 = 0

So, the equation of the plane is:

2x+6y+5z=692x + 6y + 5z = 69

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Here are five related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. How do you determine the normal vector of a plane given three points?
  2. What is the geometric interpretation of the normal vector in relation to the plane?
  3. How can you determine if a point lies on the plane given its equation?
  4. How can you find the angle between two planes given their normal vectors?
  5. What is the equation of a plane in parametric form?

Tip: The normal vector defines the orientation of the plane in space and is perpendicular to the plane.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Vector Calculus
Planes in 3D Space

Formulas

Equation of a plane: A(x - x1) + B(y - y1) + C(z - z1) = 0
Standard equation of a plane: Ax + By + Cz = D

Theorems

Equation of a plane using a point and a normal vector

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12