Self Check: Vector Resolution
Now, you try. Complete the self-check activity by working out the problems, and then clicking on the question to review the explanation.
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A delivery truck travels 18 blocks north, 10 blocks east, and 16 blocks south. What is its final displacement from the origin? Assume the blocks are of equal length.
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Three vectors are shown in the diagram above. Their magnitudes are given in arbitrary units. Determine the sum of the three vectors. Give the resultant in terms of (a) components, (b) magnitude and angle with the x-axis.
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More Vector Self-Check
In this activity, you will review addition of displacement vectors. Use this worksheet to help organize your notes. Click the image below to view the animation.