Point of intersection between plane and line?

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The discussion revolves around finding the point of intersection between a plane defined by the equation x - 2y + 3z = 11 and a line represented in parametric form. Participants are examining the validity of a proposed solution for the intersection point.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are discussing the method of checking whether the proposed intersection point satisfies the plane's equation and lies on the line. There are questions about the correctness of the solution and the need for verification.

Discussion Status

Some participants have suggested verifying the solution by substituting the coordinates back into the plane's equation and checking the line's parametric representation. There is an ongoing exploration of the solution's validity without a clear consensus on its correctness.

Contextual Notes

Participants are encouraged to show their verification process, indicating a collaborative effort to identify any potential errors in the proposed solution.

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intersection between x-2y+3z=11 and <1,0,-2> + t<3,-1,2>

my attempted solution

(59/11, -16/11, 10/11)
 
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whig4life said:
intersection between x-2y+3z=11 and <1,0,-2> + t<3,-1,2>

my attempted solution

(59/11, -16/11, 10/11)
You know how to check that this really is a solution, right?
 
It fits according to what I know, but I feel like something is wrong.
 
whig4life said:
It fits according to what I know, but I feel like something is wrong.

Mark44 is suggesting you actually check it. Put those numbers into the equation for the plane. Does it work? Check again that it is on the line. Then you won't have to feel like something is wrong.
 
Show us how you did your check. If there's something wrong, I'm sure we'll spot it.
 

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