Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Chapter10: Analytic Geometry
Section10.1: The Rectangular Coordinate System
Problem 31E
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![**Problem Statement:**
Find the shortest distance, \( d \), from the point \( (5, 0, -8) \) to the plane \( x + y + z = 8 \).
\[ d = \boxed{} \]
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Transcribed Image Text:**Problem Statement:**
Find the shortest distance, \( d \), from the point \( (5, 0, -8) \) to the plane \( x + y + z = 8 \).
\[ d = \boxed{} \]
*Note: There are no graphs or diagrams present in the image.*
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