How can I draw scaled vector diagrams for given vectors?

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This discussion focuses on the method for drawing scaled vector diagrams using specific vectors: 10 cm at 0 degrees, 5 cm at 45 degrees, and 11 cm at 212 degrees. The key steps involve starting from the origin, measuring angles counter-clockwise, and accurately representing the lengths of each vector. The user emphasizes the importance of maintaining the correct scale and angle measurements to achieve an accurate diagram.

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I'm confused about how to draw scaled vector diagrams. I have a scale and I can do the first two vectors, but then I get confused.
Let's say my vectors are 10 cm at 0 degrees, 5 cm at 45 degrees, and 11 cm at 212 degrees.
How do I draw this? I have this:
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Ok, you see at the point where you began to draw the 10? Measure all the angles from that point. Draw the 45 from there and draw the 5 cm.

For the 212, remember that when measuring the angles we measure counter-clockwise, so measure 212 degrees counter clockwise from that point. Are you able to do this one?
 

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