In relation to vectors, lines and planes. (a) Do the lines x/3=y/2=z/2 and x/5=y/3=(z-4)/2 intersect? (b) Find equations for a line perpendicular to both of these lines. (c) What is the distance between these lines?

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In relation to vectors, lines and planes.

(a) Do the lines x/3=y/2=z/2 and x/5=y/3=(z-4)/2 intersect?

(b) Find equations for a line perpendicular to both of these lines.

(c) What is the distance between these lines?

 

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