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V1=(0.6, -0.8, blank), v2=(blank, blank, 1), v3=(blank,-0.6,blank)

Find the values of the blanks that make these vectors an orthonormal basis for R^3.

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This is a simple example showing how to construct an orthonormal basis of R^3 from 3 vectors which are only partially known. The solution comprises 1/4 of a page written in Word. Each step is explained.

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