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Let P1,7,2 be a point and the equation of the line L is x-12=y-71=z-2-1. If PQ is the distance of the plane 2x+y-z=1 from the point P measured along a line inclined at an angle 60° with L, then the length of PQ is
MathematicsThree Dimensional GeometryJEE Main
Options:
  • A 3 units
  • B 32 units
  • C 6 units
  • D 8 units
Solution:
1595 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 6 units
Equation of the line through P and parallel to L is
x-12=y-71=z-2-1
This line is perpendicular to the plane

From the diagram,
PR=PQcos60°PQ=2PR
PR=2+7-2-14=3
PQ=6 units

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