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The fall 2008 test 1 for ma 227-7b, a university-level vector calculus and geometry course. The test consists of two parts: part i with multiple-choice questions worth 4 points each, and part ii with problems worth 12 points each. Topics covered include cross products, dot products, vector equations, arc length, parametrized lines, and planes. The document also includes problems involving projectile motion and intersecting curves and surfaces.
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There are 6 problems in Part 1, each worth 4 points. Place your answer on the line to the right of the question. Only your answer on the answer line will be graded.
(1) Find the cross product of the vectors ใ 2 , 2 , 1 ใ and ใ 1 , 0 , 1 ใ.
(2) Find the dot product of the vectors ใ 2 , โ 2 , 4 ใ and ใ 2 , 1 , โ 1 ใ.
(3) Find the vector equation that represents the curve of intersection of the cylinder x^2 + z^2 = 1 and the plane y = 2.
(4) Find the length of the arc with vector equation r(t) = ใcos t, sin tใ from the point (1, 0) to the point (โ 1 , 0).
(5) Find a vector function representing the line (a parametrization of the line) passing through the points P (0, 0 , 0) and Q(0, 3 , 2).
(6) Find an equation of the plane with normal i+ j+ k which contains the point P (0, 0 , 0).
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There are 3 problems in Part 2, each worth 12 points. On Part 2 problems partial credit is awarded where appropriate. Your solution must include enough detail to justify any conclusions you reach in answering the question.
(1) A ball is thrown at an angle of 45 degrees to the ground. It lands 4/ 5 m away. (a) Find the initial speed. (b) Find the maximum height reached. (c) Find the speed at impact. Use g = 10m/s^2.
(3) Find an equation of the plane passing through A(1, 1 , โ1), B(0, 1 , 3), and C(3, 2 , 0). What is the angle between this plane and the xz-plane?