Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Vectors

Vectors — practice question

The line $l$ is described by $\mathbf{r} = \mathbf{i} + 2\mathbf{j} - 3\mathbf{k} + \lambda(2\mathbf{i} - \mathbf{j} + \mathbf{k})$. The plane $p$ is described by $3x + y - 5z = 20$.
(i)[3]

Show that $l$ is contained in $p$.

(ii)[5]

A second plane is parallel to $l$, perpendicular to $p$ and passes through the point with position vector $3\mathbf{i} - \mathbf{j} + 2\mathbf{k}$. Find the equation of this plane, giving your answer in the form $ax + by + cz = d$.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Confirm that the point with position vector $\mathbf{i}+2\mathbf{j}-3\mathbf{k}$ lies in the plane

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