How to Find the Equation of a Plane at a 60 Degree Angle?

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Start date Dec 17, 2003
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Calculus Multivariable Multivariable calculus

Dec 17, 2003

jherasjr

Determine an equation of a plane that intersects the plane x+y+z=3 at an angle of 60 degrees.

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Why?

(Once again- show us what YOU have tried and where you have difficulty.)

Jul 23, 2004

mathwonk

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hint: to measure the angle of a plane use the normal vector to the plane.

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