Grade 12 math (vectors): cartesian equation of a line?
The line segment joining A(-3, 2) and B(8,4) is the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The third vertex C lies on the line with the vector equation (x,y)=(-6,6) +t(3,-4). Determine the coordinates of C.

Answer: (0,-2)

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Grade 12 math (vectors): cartesian equation of a line?
The line segment joining A(-3, 2) and B(8,4) is the hypotenuse of a right triangle. The third vertex C lies on the line with the vector equation (x,y)=(-6,6) +t(3,-4). Determine the coordinates of C.

Answer: (0,-2)

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