Problem 190
Write the equation of the plane parallel to the z -axis that…
Write the equation of the plane parallel to the $z$-axis that cuts intercepts $2$ and $3$ on the $x$- and $y$-axes.
Explanation of Method
A plane parallel to the z-axis with intercept 2 on the x-axis and 3 on the y-axis.
Step 1: Solution
Parallel to $Oz$ means $C=0$. With intercepts $2$ and $3$: $\frac x2+\frac y3=1$.
\[3x+2y-6=0\]
Check:
- $y=z=0$ gives $x=2$, and $x=z=0$ gives $y=3$.
- The normal $\{3,2,0\}$ is perpendicular to $\vec k$.
- With every point $(x_0,y_0,z)$ the plane contains the whole vertical line through it.
$2$
$3$
$3x+2y=6$
Result
\[\boxed{\,3x+2y-6=0\,}\]