How to Use Graphical Analysis to Find the Resultant of Vectors?

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The discussion revolves around the graphical analysis of vectors in a physics assignment. The original poster presents a problem involving the determination of the resultant of several vectors, each defined by a magnitude and direction. The vectors include forces acting in various directions, specified in Newtons and degrees relative to cardinal directions.

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  • Participants inquire about the meaning of the vector components and their directions, questioning the accuracy of the angle definitions associated with each vector. There is also a request for clarification on how to approach finding the resultant vector, with some confusion about the operations involved.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the problem's parameters and the methods for graphical analysis. Some guidance has been offered regarding the interpretation of angles and the nature of vector operations, but there is no consensus on the approach to take.

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Participants note potential discrepancies in the definitions of angles related to cardinal directions, which may affect the understanding of the problem. There is also mention of the need to consult the teacher for further clarification on the assignment requirements.

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i have assignment in physics about graphical analysis of vectors...i need to see some examples or solution so i have any idea to do that..kindly help me pls..tnx
this is the question:
Make each vector on both numbers a reference vector then hylight w/color the polygon form...Using graphical analysis find the resultant of the following vectors acting on the object..

A=100 N,30degree NE
B=200N,80degree SE
C=150N,45degree SW
D=175N,25degree NW
E=50N due N

thats the question pls try to help me to answer it..tnx
N=north E=east W=west S=south
 
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kim032688 said:
i have assignment in physics about graphical analysis of vectors...i need to see some examples or solution so i have any idea to do that..kindly help me pls..tnx

A=100 N,30degree NE
B=200N,80degree SE
C=150N,45degree SW
D=175N,25degree NW
E=50N due N
I have no idea what any of these mean. Can you give us the problem exactly as it's stated in your book?
kim032688 said:
N=north E=east W=west S=south
 
this is the question:Make each vector on both numbers a reference vector then hylight w/color the polygon form...Using graphical analysis find the resultant of the following vectors acting on the object..

A=100 N,30degree NE
B=200N,80degree SE
C=150N,45degree SW
D=175N,25degree NW
E=50N due N

thats the question pls try to help me to answer it..tnx

how to find the resistant of these graphical analysis?
 
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You're going to have to do a better job of explaining what these mean. For example, in the first one you have A=100 N, 30degree NE. Is the first number the force in Newtons?

What is the significance of the part with degrees? In A 30 degrees is not NE; 45 degrees is NE. In the second, 80 degrees is not SE, which would be 135 degrees. In the third SW is 225 degrees, not 45. In the fourth, NW is 305 degrees.
 
Mark44 said:
You're going to have to do a better job of explaining what these mean. For example, in the first one you have A=100 N, 30degree NE. Is the first number the force in Newtons?

What is the significance of the part with degrees? In A 30 degrees is not NE; 45 degrees is NE. In the second, 80 degrees is not SE, which would be 135 degrees. In the third SW is 225 degrees, not 45. In the fourth, NW is 305 degrees.

thanks for the answer..i have another question how u will get the resultant which operation i need to use subtraction or division?
 
You need to talk to your teacher about this. You use neither subtraction nor division. In fact, division of vectors is not even defined!
 

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