Simple Vector Difference Question

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The discussion focuses on calculating the vector sum C and the vector difference D from the given vectors A and B. The calculations yield C = 5.00i + 4.00j and D = -1.00i + 8.00j. Participants clarify that "drawing" the vectors involves representing them as arrow segments in the Cartesian plane to illustrate their geometric addition. Additionally, the conversion to polar coordinates is necessary, with angles measured from the positive x-axis. The thread emphasizes understanding both the graphical representation and the mathematical calculations of vector operations.
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Given the Vectors A = 2.00i +600j and B=3.00i -200j, (a) draw the vector sum C= A+B and the Vector difference D=A-B (b) calculate C and D, first in terms of unit vectors and then in terms of polar coordinates, with angles measured with respecy to + x axis.

This is wat I got so far
C = A+B
= 5.00i+4.00j

D= A-B
= -1.00i+8.00j

How do I graph it and etc..
 
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I think when it says draw them, it wants you to draw arrow segments in the cartesian plane to represent the vectors, and show the geometric way of adding the two vectors.
 
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