Three Dimensional Geometry Question 101

Question: The value of k such that $ \frac{x-4}{1}=\frac{y-2}{1}=\frac{z-k}{2} $ lies in the plane $ 2x-4y+z=7 $ , is

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Options:

A) 7

B) - 7

C) No real value

D) 4

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Point (4, 2, k) should lie in the given plane

Þ $ 2(4)-4(2)+1(k)=7\Rightarrow k=7. $