This discussion focuses on the method of adding vectors with different directions by decomposing them into horizontal and vertical components. The example provided includes three vectors: 3 Newtons at [East30°North], 5 Newtons [West], and 2 Newtons at [West60°South]. The process involves calculating the components using trigonometric functions, specifically F_{x} = magnitude * cos(angle) and F_{y} = magnitude * sin(angle). This approach allows for the accurate summation of vectors in a two-dimensional plane.
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