Explain why a set of points that defines a plane cannot be collinear

Mathematics

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USPshnik [31]3 years ago

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Answer:

Three non-collinear points determine a plane.

Step-by-step explanation:

This statement means that if you have three points not on one line, then only one specific plane can go through those points. The plane is determined by the three points because the points show you exactly where the plane is

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