What Is the i Component of a Vector with Direction N 68° E and Magnitude 135?

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The discussion revolves around finding the i component of a vector defined by a direction of N 68° E and a magnitude of 135. The subject area includes vector components and trigonometry.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

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  • Participants discuss the need to identify both northerly and easterly components, with suggestions to draw a diagram to visualize the problem. There is mention of using trigonometry to determine the components based on the right-angled triangle formed by the vector.

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The conversation is ongoing, with some participants providing guidance on visualizing the problem through diagrams and trigonometric relationships. There is no explicit consensus on the next steps or final answers yet.

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Last one, can someone please help me?

How do i find the i component for the vector given by a direction of N 68degrees E and magnitude of 135?
 
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What components do you want; the northerly and easterly components? Well, try drawing a diagram; what does it look like?
 
both I am guessing??
 
princiebebe57 said:
both I am guessing??

Ok, well have you drawn a diagram?
 
yeah i have
 
princiebebe57 said:
yeah i have

What does the diagram tell you? The northerly and easterly components should be sides of a right angled triangle with one side and angle known. You can use trigonometry to find the other two sides.
 
so what would the it be?
 

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