Is the equation [itex]x+y+z=0[/itex] the xyz-plane ?(i.e.

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The equation x + y + z = 0 describes a plane in three-dimensional space, specifically the plane that intersects the xyz-axis. The discussion clarifies that points satisfying this equation are not merely multiples of (1,1,1) but rather form a linear relationship defining a plane. To describe the line formed by points that satisfy this equation, one can derive parametric equations based on the equation's structure. Verifying the equation with the point (1,1,1) confirms its validity as a point on the plane.

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Is the equation [itex]x+y+z=0[/itex] the xyz-plane?(i.e.

Is the equation [itex]x+y+z=0[/itex] the xyz-plane?

(i.e. points that are multiples of [itex](1,1,1)[/itex])
 
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Ted123 said:
(i.e. points that are multiples of [itex](1,1,1)[/itex])

This is the description of a line, not a plane. What are the parametric equations that describe this line?

(In any case, you can easily check your work by plugging in (1,1,1) into your equation)
 

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