Proving a 2:1 ratio triangle having a Zero Vector

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The discussion revolves around proving a triangle with a 2:1 ratio having a zero vector. The user, aeromat, attempts to solve the problem by expressing the relationships between the triangle's sides using vector equations but becomes stuck. A suggestion is made to incorporate the 2:1 ratio more effectively by naming the midpoints of each side as A, B, and C. The hint encourages using the vectors GA, GB, and GC in the equations to progress further. The focus remains on leveraging the properties of the triangle and its midpoints to demonstrate the zero vector condition.
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Homework Statement


I need help once again with this question below:
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Thanks,
aeromat



The Attempt at a Solution



This is what I have so far:
GP = GQ + QP
GQ = GP + PQ
GR = GP + PR

GP + GQ + GR = GQ + QP[-] + PQ[+] + GP + PR + GP
GP + GQ + GR = GQ + 2GP + PR

I am stuck now. I took the approach of taking GP + GQ + GR individually and finding their vector components.
 
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you haven't used the 2:1 ratio fact anywhere. try using that.

hint: name the mid points of each side A,B,C. And try to use GA, GB, GC in your equations.
 
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