How do I graphically add vectors with assigned values and angles?

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To graphically add vectors A, B, and E, place them tip-to-tail, ensuring their angles are considered. Vector A has a magnitude of 3.0, vector B also has a magnitude of 3.0 at a 90-degree angle, and vector E has a magnitude of 5.0 at a 45-degree angle. The angles significantly affect the resultant vector's direction and magnitude, which cannot simply be summed as 11. After arranging the vectors, draw a line from the tail of the first vector to the head of the last vector to find the resultant vector. The task requires both the magnitude and direction of the resultant vector.
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Homework Statement


Graphically add the following sets of vectors. (There is a group of 6 vectors labeled A-F. They have an assigned value and are at different angles, but the angle is not given)


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The Attempt at a Solution



So my problem here is this. The problem I need help with is adding 3 vectors. The first is A, which has a value of 3.0. Then B, which is also 3.0 but at a 90 degree angle. And the third is E, which is 5.0 and at a 45 degree angle.

I understand that you place them tip-to-tail and then add, but I'm not sure how to do it graphically? Do the angles play a role, or is my answer just 11? PLEASE HELP!
 
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Is it wanting the magnitude and direction of the resultant vector of A + B + E?
 
It just says "Graphically add the following sets of vectors." I would think it would want the direction but I could be wrong... But it doesn't give the angles (I had to use a protractor) and usually my book does if it wants direction.
 
Well, if it wants you to graphically add them you can simply put the tail of one vector on the head of another vector and repeat for the third vector. Then, draw a line from the tail of the first vector to the head of the last vector. Since it only asks for the graphical addition I have to assume that's all it wants.
 
glindawantsme said:

Homework Statement


Graphically add the following sets of vectors. (There is a group of 6 vectors labeled A-F. They have an assigned value and are at different angles, but the angle is not given)

Homework Equations


None?

The Attempt at a Solution



So my problem here is this. The problem I need help with is adding 3 vectors. The first is A, which has a value of 3.0. Then B, which is also 3.0 but at a 90 degree angle. And the third is E, which is 5.0 and at a 45 degree angle.

I understand that you place them tip-to-tail and then add, but I'm not sure how to do it graphically? Do the angles play a role, or is my answer just 11? PLEASE HELP!

Your answer is definitely not 11.

A vector pointing North? A vector pointing East? And 1 pointing North East?
 

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