Math Problem Statement
find an equation of the surface consisting of all points P(x,y,z) that are twice as far from the plane z=-4 as from the point (0,0,4). identify the surface
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Distance Formula
Quadratic Surfaces
Formulas
Distance from point to plane: |z - c|
Distance from point to point: √(x^2 + y^2 + (z - z₀)^2)
Theorems
Distance Formula
Hyperboloid Equation
Suitable Grade Level
College level - Multivariable Calculus
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