Vector and scalar magnitude problem

[lsu777]

Homework Statement

The vector -1.90A has a magnitude of 59.1 m and points in the positive x direction. Calculate the x component of the vector A.

Calculate the magnitude of the vector A.

Homework Equations

3. The Attempt at a Solution

I understand vectors but having a problem understanding how to set this problem up. this is the last problem of a 20 problem set and is the only one I can't figure out. would appreciate any help ya'll could provide.

 

[123yt]

I think you just use basic algebra for this.

-1.90 A is 1.9 times the length of vector A, and points in the opposite direction as vector A. So what direction does vector A point in, and what's its length?

 

[lsu777]

doesnt give me anymore information then what is given. and i tried 59.1/1.9 to give me the answer but it said that was incorrect.

 

[123yt]

Shouldn't it be negative?

 

[lsu777]

yea i used the negative. i actually tried both ways and was told both were incorrect. only have one chance left.