Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Vectors

Vectors — practice question

The planes $p$ and $q$ are defined by the equations $x + y + 3z = 8$ and $2x - 2y + z = 3$, respectively.
(i)[4]

Calculate the acute angle between the planes $p$ and $q$.

(ii)[7]

Point $A$ on the line of intersection of $p$ and $q$ has $y$-coordinate $2$. Find the equation of the plane that passes through $A$ and is perpendicular to both planes $p$ and $q$. Give your answer in the form $ax + by + cz = d$.

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