The discussion centers around transforming a vector equation into the standard form of a linear equation, specifically ax + by = c. The original poster expresses difficulty in understanding how to approach this transformation, particularly in the context of vector notation.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking to understand the original poster's needs better. Some guidance has been offered regarding the elimination of the parameter t, but there is no explicit consensus on the best approach to take.
There is a noted lack of information about the vector equation in the original poster's resources, and some participants question whether two equations are necessary for the transformation process.
Peter G. said:I meant in a general sense, but I can write a question if it helps:
(These should be column vectors, but I don't know how to show them in here:)
(x y) = (2 0) + t(0.7 1)
I have to turn that into a c = ax + by form but I have no idea how to start...
LCKurtz said:Write what x equals, what y equals, and eliminate the t between the two equations.
Peter G. said:But if I substitute for x and y I only have one unknown, do I need two equations?