How Do You Calculate Displacement Angles?

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The discussion revolves around calculating displacement angles in a physics context, specifically focusing on vector addition and graphical representation of displacement. Participants are sharing their results and seeking clarification on the calculations involved.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are sharing their calculated displacements and questioning the methods used to arrive at those results. There is a request for further explanation to understand the calculations better and to graph the results accurately.

Discussion Status

The discussion includes various attempts at calculating displacements, with some participants expressing a need for clarification and understanding of the underlying concepts. There is acknowledgment of different results, indicating an exploration of multiple interpretations without a clear consensus on the correct approach.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention urgency due to deadlines, which may influence the depth of understanding and exploration of the topic. There is a focus on ensuring the calculations align with the graphical representation of the displacements.

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URGENT HELP needed on Displacement Angles Due tomorrow

Edit: with the help of second poster, I was able to solve it out. Btw I got 15 meters west and 11.34 meters south for the second one
 
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the answer to the first is 19 meters north and 35 meters west

and the answer to the second is 13 meters south and 34 meters west

you need work?
 


Yes please so I can understand it and have a chance to graph it as well
 


i'm glad you were able to solve it!

i checked my work and i got for the 2nd one:

35.36m N
80m S
28.28m S
60m N
total: 12.93 S

35.36m W
30m E
28.28m W
total 33.64m W
 

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