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Multivariable CalculusChallengeLines & Planes in Space

Lines & Planes in Space · Challenge problem

The line r(t)=(1,2,3)+t(2,−1,2)\mathbf r(t) = (1, 2, 3) + t(2, -1, 2) meets the plane x+y+z=12x + y + z = 12 at one point. Compute that point's xx-coordinate.