3D Geometry
Shortest Distance Between Skew Lines
nta_pyq_2023_apr
Grade 12

Question:

SD between $\frac{x+2}{1}=\frac{y}{-2}=\frac{z-5}{2}$ and $\frac{x-4}{1}=\frac{y-1}{2}=\frac{z+3}{0}$ is
8
6
7
9

Step-by-Step Solution

Key Concept: $\vec{d}_1\times\vec{d}_2=(0,2,-2)\times...$. Use SD formula.
$SD=9$.
Correct Answer: 4

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