Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Let kk be a real parameter and consider the points A(k,0,2)A(k,0,2), B(0,k,2)B(0,k,2) and C(0,0,k)C(0,0,k) in space. a. (i) Show that AC=BCAC=BC for all real values of kk, and hence identify the class of triangle ABCABC for arbitrary kk.},{ b. (ii) Determine the value(s) of kk (if any) for which △ABC\triangle ABC is equilateral. c. (iii) Investigate whether △ABC\triangle ABC can ever be degenerate for any real kk, and justify your answer.

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