Find a Vector parallel to the line of intersection

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The problem involves finding a vector that is parallel to the line of intersection of two planes defined by the equations 2x-3y+5z=2 and 4x+y-3z=7.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of vectors associated with the planes' equations and question whether to use dot or cross products to find the desired vector.

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Some participants have noted that the line of intersection is parallel to both planes and therefore perpendicular to the normals of the planes. Guidance has been provided on how to utilize the normal vectors to find a vector that meets the criteria.

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There is a mention of confusion regarding the next steps in the problem-solving process, indicating a lack of clarity on how to proceed with the given information.

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Homework Statement


Find a vector parallel to the line of intersection of the planes given by the equations 2x-3y+5z=2 and 4x+y-3z=7.


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How do I go about this? I know we have two vectors <2,3,5> and <4,1,-3> but where do I go from here?


The Attempt at a Solution



I don't know whether I dot this, cross product this. I'm lost as where to go from here.
 
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note that the line is parallel to both planes. so it is perpendicular to both planes' normals. If you can find the normal of each planes (which you have), how can you use those 2 vectors to find a vector perpendicular to both?
 
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lanedance said:
note that the line is parallel to both planes. so it is perpendicular to both planes. If you can find the normal of each planes (which you have), how can you use those 2 vectors to find a vector perpendicular to both?

I'm sure you mean both planes normals. :wink:
 
cheers, updated it
 

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