Vector Function Help: Find F(t), Tangent Line, Point on Curve

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The discussion focuses on solving three specific problems related to vector functions and curves. The first task involves finding a vector function F(t) that represents the intersection of the surfaces defined by z = √(4 - x² - y²) and y = x². The second task requires deriving parametric equations for the tangent line to the curve r(t) = (e^t)i + (sin t)j + ln(1 - t)k at t = 0. Lastly, the third task is to determine a point on the curve r(t) = (12sin t)i - (12cos t)j + (5t)k that is 13π units from the origin in the direction opposite to increasing arc length.

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  • Understanding of vector functions and parametric equations
  • Knowledge of calculus, specifically derivatives and tangent lines
  • Familiarity with 3D coordinate systems and curves
  • Ability to manipulate square roots and logarithmic functions
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  • Learn how to compute derivatives of vector functions for tangent lines
  • Explore arc length calculations for parametric curves
  • Investigate the properties of logarithmic functions in vector contexts
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please help me, I try to do but i can not.

1. Find a vector function [tex]F(t)[/tex] whose graph is the curve of intersection of
[tex]z=\sqrt{4-x^2-y^2}[/tex] and [tex]y=x^2[/tex].

2. Find parametric equations for the line that is tangent to the curve [tex]r(t)=(e^t)i+(sin t)j+\ln(1-t)k[/tex] at t=0.

3. Find the point on the curve [tex]r(t)=(12sin t)i-(12cos t)j+(5t)k[/tex]
at a distance [tex]13\pi[/tex] units along the curve from the origin in the direction opposite to the direction of increasing arc length.
 
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