The figure shows three displacement vectors A , B , and Č .These vectors are arranged in tail-to- head fashion, and they add together to give a resultant displacement R ,which lies along the x axis. Note that vector B is parallel to the x axis. What is (a) the magnitude of vector Á and (b) its directional angle 0? 10.0 m 23.0m 54.0 37.0m (a) Number 16.7 Units m (b) Number 59.24 Units <>

The figure shows three displacement vectors A , B , and Č .These vectors are arranged in tail-to- head fashion, and they add together to give a resultant displacement R ,which lies along the x axis. Note that vector B is parallel to the x axis. What is (a) the magnitude of vector Á and (b) its directional angle 0? 10.0 m 23.0m 54.0 37.0m (a) Number 16.7 Units m (b) Number 59.24 Units <>

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

5th Edition

ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter1: Introduction And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 50P: Consider the three displacement vectors A=(3i3j)m, B=(i4j)m, and C=(2i+5j)m. Use the component...

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