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Multivariable CalculusEasyLines & Planes in Space

Lines & Planes in Space · Easy problem

The lines r1(t)=t⟨2,−4,6⟩\mathbf r_1(t) = t\langle 2, -4, 6\rangle and r2(s)=(1,1,1)+s⟨−1,a,−3⟩\mathbf r_2(s) = (1, 1, 1) + s\langle -1, a, -3\rangle are parallel. Find aa.