Graphical Method of Vector Addition

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What is the graphical method of vector addition?

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A technique used to add vectors visually using geometric representations.

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CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4A

CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4B

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What is the parallelogram law of vector addition?

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A method that states the resultant vector can be found by forming a parallelogram with the two vectors as adjacent sides.

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CCSS.HSN.VM.A.3

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How do you find the resultant of two perpendicular vectors?

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By using the Pythagorean theorem, where the resultant is the square root of the sum of the squares of the two vectors.

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What role does the angle between vectors play in vector addition?

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The angle affects the magnitude of the resultant vector, with the maximum magnitude occurring when vectors are in the same direction.

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What is the triangle law of vector addition?

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A principle stating that if two vectors are represented as two sides of a triangle taken in order, the resultant vector is represented by the third side of the triangle.

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CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4A

CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4B

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How does vector subtraction relate to vector addition?

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Vector subtraction can be viewed as adding a negative vector, where the direction of the vector being subtracted is reversed.

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CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4C

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What is the significance of unit vectors in vector addition?

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Unit vectors provide a standardized way to represent direction, allowing for easier calculations and understanding of vector addition.