Vector Help: Breaking Down x and y Coordinates

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The discussion revolves around breaking down a vector into its x and y components, represented as a plus sign (+). Participants clarify that without any angles or measurements provided, the task likely involves simply identifying the x and y coordinates associated with the vector. The absence of angles means that trigonometric functions like sine and cosine are not applicable in this case. There is a concern about over-analyzing the problem, but the consensus is that the focus should remain on the basic x and y components. Understanding this foundational concept is essential for tackling similar problems effectively.
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Assume the general position of x and y coordinates (looks like a plus sign, + ) break the vector down (draw) into x and y components.So does this mean that it wants me to draw just those coordinates around the vector it gives me? I have multiple problems like this and no sure if I am over-analyzing what it is asking me.
 
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Is there an angle included in the problem? usually if there is an angle included, that is when you are able to break the vector into x+, y+ components using sin/cos trig properties
 
no, there are no angles or measurements given, which is why i thought I might of been over-analyzing the entire problem.
 

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