Understanding Vectors: Parallelogram PQRS Question

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The discussion focuses on understanding vectors within the context of a parallelogram, specifically parallelogram PQRS. The user seeks assistance in expressing the vector SR in terms of vectors q (PQ) and s (PS) after extending side SR to a point T, where ST is six times the length of SR. The user has explored various resources, including Khan Academy and Patrick JMT videos, but still struggles with the concepts. The community is encouraged to provide additional resources or explanations to aid comprehension.

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Hey,

I'll state first that I've obviously just been introduced to vectors and I have looked through the given material in class let alone watched "Khan Academy" and "Patrick JMT" video on Vectors but i can not really grasp the concepts.

Question:

In parallelogram PQRS let
q = PQ and
s = PS


Let U be the midpoint of SR. Extend side SR to a point T such that the length of ST is 6 times the length of SR. Write the following in terms of the vectors q and s.

When entering q and s, they won't be displayed in bold (but don't worry about that).

Q1.

SR

There are a lot more questions, just i'll see if i can get them eventually

Could someone possibly link me a video or anything on vectors?
I've tried to find some, although even the textbook reccommended doesn't even include vectors?

Thanks for the help in advance!
 
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Edit: I Just saw that you said you seen that video I just posted.
 

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