Get the complete, step-by-step math solution for: "Let {L}_1: (x-1)/(1) = (y-2)/(1) = (z-1)/(2) and {L}_2: (x+1)/(1) = (y-2)/(2) = (z)/(4) be two lines. Let L_3 be a line passing through the point (α, ...". Powered by SolveForX AI math tutor.
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The problem asks for the absolute value of the expression. Since the problem statement implies a unique value for the expression, and we have simplified it to -25 - 22t - 14s, we need to recognize that the problem is designed such that the t and s terms cancel out or are implicitly zero for the specific point of intersection. However, without further constraints on L3 (e.g., it also intersects L2), we cannot determine t and s. The problem is likely designed such that the expression evaluates to a constant regardless of t and s. Re-checking the calculation, the expression 5α−11β−8γ simplifies to -25 - 22t - 14s. This indicates that the value depends on t and s. This suggests that the problem might be ill-posed or there's a missing piece of information or a common trick. Let's re-evaluate the coefficients. The coefficients of t are 5−11−16=−22. The coefficients of s are −22+8=−14. The constant term is 5−22−8=−25. The expression is indeed -25 - 22t - 14s. This means the value is not a constant. Let's assume there is a typo in the problem and it should have been a constant. If the problem intended for the expression to be a constant, the coefficients of t and s should have cancelled out. Given the current problem statement, the value is not uniquely determined. However, in competitive exams, such problems usually have a constant answer. Let's assume the question implies that the point (α,β,γ) is the point of intersection of L1 and L3. The question asks for the value of ∣5α−11β−8γ∣. This value is dependent on t and s. If the problem implies that (α,β,γ) is a specific point, for example, the point of intersection of L1 and L2 (if they intersect), or the shortest distance point, then t and s would be fixed. However, L1 and L2 are skew lines. Let's re-read: "Let L3 be a line passing through the point (α,β,γ) and be perpendicular to both L1 and L2. If L3 intersects L1 ". This means (α,β,γ) is a point on L3. The point of intersection of L1 and L3 is P1(t)=(1+t,2+t,1+2t). The line L3 passes through (α,β,γ) and has direction vector (0,−2,1). So, the equation of L3 is 0x−α=−2y−β=1z−γ. The point of intersection (1+t, 2+t, 1+2t) must satisfy the equation of L3. This means: 1+t=α, −22+t−β=11+2t−γ. From these, we get 2+t−β=−2(1+2t−γ) which is 2+t−β=−2−4t+2γ. So, β=4+5t−2γ. This is not the same as the previous setup. Let's use the fact that (α,β,γ) is a point on L3. So, (α,β,γ) is of the form (x0,y0−2s,z0+s) where (x0,y0,z0) is some point on L3. The problem states that L3 passes through (α,β,γ). This means (α,β,γ) is a specific point, not a general point on L3. The point of intersection of L1 and L3 is PI. The vector from (α,β,γ) to PI must be parallel to d3. Let PI=(1+t,2+t,1+2t). Then PI−(α,β,γ)=(1+t−α,2+t−β,1+2t−γ) must be parallel to (0,−2,1). This means: 1+t−α=0⟹α=1+t. −22+t−β=11+2t−γ=k (for some scalar k). So, 2+t−β=−2k and 1+2t−γ=k. This implies 2+t−β=−2(1+2t−γ). 2+t−β=−2−4t+2γ. β=4+5t−2γ. Now substitute these into 5α−11β−8γ: 5(1+t)−11(4+5t−2γ)−8γ=5+5t−44−55t+22γ−8γ=−39−50t+14γ. This still depends on t and γ. This indicates that the problem is underdetermined or there's a standard interpretation I'm missing. Let's consider the case where (α,β,γ) is the foot of the perpendicular from a point on L2 to L1. No, it says L3 passes through (α,β,γ). The most common interpretation for such problems is that (α,β,γ) is the point of intersection of L1 and L3. If (α,β,γ) is the point of intersection of L1 and L3, then (α,β,γ)=(1+t,2+t,1+2t) for some t. In this case, L3 passes through (α,β,γ) and has direction vector (0,−2,1). This means the point (α,β,γ) is on L1 and L3. So, α=1+t, β=2+t, γ=1+2t. Now substitute these into the expression: 5(1+t)−11(2+t)−8(1+2t)=5+5t−22−11t−8−16t=(5−22−8)+(5−11−16)t=−25−22t. This still depends on t. This is a common type of problem where the expression simplifies to a constant. Let's re-check the cross product. d3=(0,−2,1). This is correct. Let's re-check the problem statement. " L3 be a line passing through the point (α,β,γ) and be perpendicular to both L1 and L2. If L3 intersects L1 ". This means the point of intersection of L3 and L1 is PI=(1+t,2+t,1+2t). The line L3 passes through (α,β,γ) and PI. So the vector (α,β,γ)PI is parallel to d3. Thus, (1+t−α,2+t−β,1+2t−γ)=k(0,−2,1) for some scalar k. This implies: 1+t−α=0⟹α=1+t. 2+t−β=−2k. 1+2t−γ=k. From the last two equations, 2+t−β=−2(1+2t−γ). 2+t−β=−2−4t+2γ. β=4+5t−2γ. Now substitute α=1+t and β=4+5t−2γ into the expression 5α−11β−8γ: 5(1+t)−11(4+5t−2γ)−8γ=5+5t−44−55t+22γ−8γ=−39−50t+14γ. This still depends on t and γ. This problem is underdetermined as stated. However, if the question implies that (α,β,γ) is the foot of the perpendicular from a point on L2 to L1, then it would be a specific point. But the wording is " L3 passes through (α,β,γ) and be perpendicular to both L1 and L2. If L3 intersects L1 ". This means (α,β,γ) is a point on L3. Let's consider the case where (α,β,γ) is the point of intersection of L1 and L3. Then (α,β,γ)=(1+t,2+t,1+2t) for some t. The line L3 passes through this point and has direction vector (0,−2,1). This is consistent. So, α=1+t, β=2+t, γ=1+2t. The expression becomes 5(1+t)−11(2+t)−8(1+2t)=5+5t−22−11t−8−16t=−25−22t. This is not a constant. There must be a misunderstanding of the problem statement or a typo in the problem. Let's assume the problem meant that (α,β,γ) is the point of intersection of L1 and L3, and that L3 is the shortest distance line between L1 and L2. In that case, L3 would intersect L1 at (α,β,γ) and L2 at some other point. Let P1(t)=(1+t,2+t,1+2t) and P2(u)=(−1+u,2+2u,4u). The vector P1P2=(−2+u−t,2u−t,4u−1−2t) must be parallel to d3=(0,−2,1). So, −2+u−t=0⟹u−t=2. −22u−t=14u−1−2t. 2u−t=−2(4u−1−2t)=−8u+2+4t. 10u−5t=2. We have a system of equations: u−t=2 and 10u−5t=2. From the first equation, u=t+2. Substitute into the second: 10(t+2)−5t=2⟹10t+20−5t=2⟹5t=−18⟹t=−18/5. Then u=−18/5+2=−8/5. So, the point of intersection on L1 is (α,β,γ)=(1−18/5,2−18/5,1+2(−18/5))=(−13/5,−8/5,−31/5). Now substitute these values into 5α−11β−8γ: 5(−13/5)−11(−8/5)−8(−31/5)=−13+88/5+248/5=−13+336/5=(−65+336)/5=271/5. The absolute value is 271/5. This is a constant. This interpretation makes the problem solvable. The problem statement is slightly ambiguous, but this is the standard interpretation for such problems in competitive exams. The line L3 is the common perpendicular between L1 and L2, and (α,β,γ) is the foot of this perpendicular on L1.