Calculating the x-component of a vector with magnitude and direction

In summary, reverse vector addition is the process of finding the opposite of a vector by changing the sign of each component. It is important because it allows us to find the opposite direction or magnitude of a given vector. To perform reverse vector addition, you simply change the sign of each component in the vector. There is a difference between reverse vector addition and subtraction, as subtraction involves finding the difference between two vectors. However, in some cases, the result may be the same. Reverse vector addition can be applied to vectors in any dimension by following the same process of changing the sign of each component.
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The magnitude of vector A is 35.1 units and points in the direction 301° counterclockwise from the positive x-axis. Calculate the x-component of this vector.

So...35.1=sqrt(vx^2 + vy^2)

and 301°= vy/vx

How do I do this?
 
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You just need trig. It's a right angled triangle. You know an angle and the hypotenuse, so what can you do to find the x component?
 
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Wow. It was that easy. Thanks.
 

1. What is reverse vector addition?

Reverse vector addition is the process of finding the opposite of a vector by changing the sign of each component. This is also known as finding the negative vector.

2. Why is reverse vector addition important?

Reverse vector addition is important because it allows us to find the opposite direction or magnitude of a given vector. This is useful in many applications, such as calculating forces and velocities in physics.

3. How do you perform reverse vector addition?

To perform reverse vector addition, you simply change the sign of each component in the vector. For example, if the vector is (3, 4), the reverse vector would be (-3, -4).

4. Is there a difference between reverse vector addition and subtraction?

Yes, there is a difference. Reverse vector addition is finding the opposite vector, while subtraction involves finding the difference between two vectors. However, in some cases, the result may be the same.

5. Can reverse vector addition be applied to vectors in any dimension?

Yes, reverse vector addition can be applied to vectors in any dimension. The process remains the same, changing the sign of each component in the vector.

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