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Homework Statement
50N
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
I tried making w and s negative and n and e positive but that gave me 40N and the answer should be 29N, 59[tex]\circ[/tex] N of E . help please??
A vector in physics is a mathematical quantity that has both magnitude and direction. It is represented by an arrow pointing in the direction of the vector and the length of the arrow represents the magnitude.
Vectors can be added or subtracted using the head-to-tail method. This involves placing the tail of one vector at the head of the other vector and drawing a new vector from the tail of the first vector to the head of the second vector.
A scalar is a physical quantity that is described only by its magnitude, while a vector is described by both magnitude and direction. Scalars can be added or subtracted by simple arithmetic, while vectors require a more complex method.
Vectors are important in physics because they allow us to represent physical quantities that have both magnitude and direction. This is essential for understanding motion, forces, and other physical phenomena.
Vectors are used in real life in various ways, such as navigation, engineering, and sports. In navigation, vectors are used to represent the direction and magnitude of travel. In engineering, vectors are used to calculate forces and determine the direction of motion. In sports, vectors are used to represent the direction and speed of a ball or player.