How to make a mathematica code with vectors and magnitude

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The discussion focuses on creating a Mathematica code to add an arbitrary number of three-dimensional vectors. The code must accept the length of each vector and the angles it makes with the x, y, and z axes. The output should include the magnitude of the resultant vector and the angles it makes with the axes, along with a plot of the resultant vector. Key concepts include vector addition, trigonometric relationships, and graphical representation in Mathematica.

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Homework Statement


Create a mathematica code to add arbitrary number of 3 dimensional vectors.
1. n: the number of vectors which must be added
2. For each input vector, the code should accept the following:
a. Length of the vector
b. Three angles which the vector makes with x, y, and z axes
Output: The result should be the magnitude and the angles which the resultant vector makes with the x, y, and z axes. Plot the resultant vector.


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The Attempt at a Solution


what you can do is set a variable into a vector like v={1,2,3} and v+(a number)
but I don't know what to do with the angles
 
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