Find the plane through (t,0,0) with normal (1,2,3).
- Directions and normals must be nonzero; parallel directions do not prove that two spatial lines coincide.
Skills and prerequisite lessons
Working and explanation
BUILD THE REASONING
Hint 1
Hint 2
Worked solution
Write the defining equation, retain exclusions, and then solve or compare.
Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.
The point fixes the constant and the normal fixes the coefficients.
The requested relation or conclusion is shown below.
Checks and common pitfalls: The point fixes the constant and the normal fixes the coefficients.
Reasoning checklist · self / teacher assessment
- State a valid definition or model and its assumptions.
- Show the intermediate mathematical relations, not only the final claim.
- Check exclusions, units or the interpretation of the result.
Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.