Finding Vectors to Span Set W: Can u and v Fully Represent W?

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The discussion focuses on finding vectors u and v that can fully represent the vector set W, defined as W = {(-5b-4c, b, c)}. The hint provided indicates that the components of the vectors can be expressed as x = -5b - 4c, y = b, and z = c. By determining appropriate linear combinations of these components, one can establish that W is indeed spanned by the vectors u and v.

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I am having some trouble with this problem...

Let W be the set of all vectors of the form:

(-5b-4c
b
c)

^ (that is supposed to be in vector form)

Find vectors u and v such that W = Span {u,v}.
 
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Hint:
x=-5b-4c
y=1b+0c
z=0b+1c
 
thanks !
 

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