The discussion revolves around finding the component of the cross product of two vectors, A and B, along the direction of a third vector, C. The vectors are defined in a three-dimensional space with specific coefficients for each component.
Some participants have provided steps for the calculation, while others express uncertainty about the accuracy of their results. There is no explicit consensus on the correct approach or outcome, but suggestions for checking algebraic mistakes have been made.
Participants note that the expected answer is -14.4, but results vary, leading to questions about potential algebraic errors or misunderstandings in the calculations.
mezarashi said:First, find the vector D = A X B.
Then find the unit vector in the C direction.
Finally dot D with the unit vector of C.