How to Put Gradient Vector into Implicit Form?

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To find the implicit form of the tangent plane to the graph of the function f(x,y) = 5y² - (2x² + xy) at the point (0,-2), the gradient vector is calculated as <-4x - y, 10y - x>. Substituting the point (0,-2) into the gradient yields the vector <2, -20>. The next step involves using the formula for the tangent plane, which incorporates the function value and the gradient at the specified point. The user seeks guidance on how to express this information in implicit form. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the gradient and its application in formulating the tangent plane equation.
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Homework Statement



Let f(x,y) = 5y^(2)-(2x^(2)+xy)

Then an implicit equation for the tangent plane to the graph of f at the point (0,-2) is

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The Attempt at a Solution


I understand that I should take the derivative to find the gradient vector. For the derivative, I get <-4x-y,10y-x>.

I plug in (O,-2) and get <2,-20>.

My question is, what should I do to put this into implicit form??

Thanks!
 
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