MathematicsEquation of a Line in SpaceJEE Advanced 2006Moderate
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Visualized Solution (English)

\sum_{i=1}^{\infty} \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{2i^2}\right) = t
Telescoping Series Transformation
(in AP)
Origin

Problem Overview

  • Part A: Calculate and find .
  • Part B: Given sides in AP, find .
  • Part C: Find the perpendicular distance of a specific line from the origin.

Part A: Telescoping the Series

  • General term:
  • Multiply numerator and denominator by :
  • Rewrite as:

Part A: Summing to Infinity

  • Using identity:
  • Sum
  • Limit as :
  • Therefore,

Part B: Triangle and AP

  • Sides in AP
  • Half-angle formula:
  • Given and

Part B: Substitution and Algebra

Part B: Final Result

  • Sum
  • Since , denominator
  • Sum

Part C: 3D Geometry Setup

  • Line passes through and is to .
  • Direction of line = Normal to plane .
  • Equation of line:

Part C: Finding the Foot

  • General point on line:
  • Vector
  • Solve:

Part C: Calculating Distance

  • Foot of perpendicular:
  • Distance

Final Matching

  • Final Match:
  • (A) (p):
  • (B) (r): Sum
  • (C) (q): Distance

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