Direction of Movement for Barbara

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Start date Dec 9, 2010
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The discussion centers around confusion regarding a vectors problem involving Barbara's perspective on movement. Participants express frustration with the wording of the question, questioning how Barbara can determine direction when the subject is explicitly moving due west. The lack of clarity in the problem statement leads to further inquiries about its origin. Overall, the consensus is that the question is poorly constructed and lacks necessary context. This highlights the importance of clear communication in physics problems.

Dec 9, 2010

gamer1319

Vectors question- CONFUSED!

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Dec 9, 2010

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This problem is worded so weird.

Does Barbara see him moving toward the east or toward the west? This question makes no sense since the question just stated he's moving DUE west. How can Barbara have a designated east and west.

Im sorry this question makes no sense. Where is this from?

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