Find Parameter Producing Line l Through Points P and Q

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The discussion focuses on finding a parameterization for the line \( l \) that passes through the points \( P=(1,1,2) \) and \( Q=(2,-3,5) \). The initial query raised by user Petrus highlights confusion regarding the second line of the example from his book. After some back-and-forth, Petrus successfully solved the problem, indicating a resolution to his initial concerns. The importance of translating mathematical explanations into English for better community understanding was also emphasized.

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Hello MHb,
Decide one parameter producing for line l through the points $$P=(1,1,2)$$ and $$Q=(2,-3,5)$$
This is a exempel from my book, I understand how they got the first line but not the second, (I hope that it don't mather it's on Swedish)
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$$|\pi\rangle$$
 
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Re: parameter producing

Petrus said:
...(I hope that it don't mather it's on Swedish)...

Hey Petrus,

Actually, it would be helpful if you translated the text in Swedish to English. Most of our members do not speak or read Swedish, and while mathematics is universal, the explanatory statements are meant to supplement the mathematical expressions, that is, to explain the reasoning behind them. So, in an effort to provide the most meaningful post to our members, you should translate everything into English.

While it may be easier for you not to translate, it then requires more effort on the part of those trying to help, and it should be the other way around. (Wink)
 
Re: parameter producing

MarkFL said:
Hey Petrus,

Actually, it would be helpful if you translated the text in Swedish to English. Most of our members do not speak or read Swedish, and while mathematics is universal, the explanatory statements are meant to supplement the mathematical expressions, that is, to explain the reasoning behind them. So, in an effort to provide the most meaningful post to our members, you should translate everything into English.

While it may be easier for you not to translate, it then requires more effort on the part of those trying to help, and it should be the other way around. (Wink)
Solved it :D Sorry about that, I am just repeats to my exam that is in few days so i am kinda stressed :P But I solved it:)

Regards,
$$|\pi\rangle$$
 

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