Equation of the Plane: Solving for Unknowns | Homework Help

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The discussion revolves around finding the equation of a plane based on a provided image. Participants are exploring the relationship between variables in the context of the plane's equation.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

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  • Participants are attempting to identify the slope of the plane and clarify the meaning of "y slope." There is confusion regarding the correct form of the equation and the implications of the slope in the y-z plane.

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The discussion is active, with participants offering differing interpretations of the slope and its representation in the equation. Some guidance has been provided regarding the relationship between the variables, but no consensus has been reached on the correct equation.

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Participants express uncertainty about the terminology used, such as "y slope," and are questioning the assumptions made about the relationship between the variables in the equation of the plane.

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I think so, ie. one unit across two up
 
but it's not z = f(x,y) = 2y right?? what am I missing here
 
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I feel really stupid that I can't find the equation of the following... is the y slope here 2?
Don't know what you mean "y slope." This plane appears to by generated by a line in the y-z plane whose slope (dz/dy) is -2. The equation of that line is z = -2y + 2. x is arbitrary.
 
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