Vector A has a magnitude of 44 units and points in the positive y direction. When vector B is added to A, the resultant vector A + B points in the negative y direction with a magnitude of 25 units. Find the magnitude and direction of B. 69 V unit(s) 270 magnitude direction ° counterclockwise from the +x-axis

Vector A has a magnitude of 44 units and points in the positive y direction. When vector B is added to A, the resultant vector A + B points in the negative y direction with a magnitude of 25 units. Find the magnitude and direction of B. 69 V unit(s) 270 magnitude direction ° counterclockwise from the +x-axis

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Chapter3: Vectors

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Problem 16PQ: Vector A has a magnitude of 4.50 m and makes an angle of 64.0 with the positive x axis. Vector B,...

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