Math Problem Statement

Do the indicated calculation for the vectors v = ⟨-3, 6⟩ and w = ⟨-1, -3⟩. Find |2w - v|.

Solution

To solve for 2wv|2w - v| with the given vectors v=3,6v = \langle -3, 6 \rangle and w=1,3w = \langle -1, -3 \rangle, we need to follow these steps:

  1. Calculate 2w2w: 2w=2×1,3=2,62w = 2 \times \langle -1, -3 \rangle = \langle -2, -6 \rangle

  2. Calculate 2wv2w - v: 2wv=2,63,62w - v = \langle -2, -6 \rangle - \langle -3, 6 \rangle Perform the subtraction for each component: 2wv=2+3,66=1,122w - v = \langle -2 + 3, -6 - 6 \rangle = \langle 1, -12 \rangle

  3. Find the magnitude 2wv|2w - v|: 2wv=(1)2+(12)2=1+144=145|2w - v| = \sqrt{(1)^2 + (-12)^2} = \sqrt{1 + 144} = \sqrt{145}

Thus, the answer is: 2wv=145|2w - v| = \sqrt{145}

Would you like further details on any of the steps, or have additional questions?


Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the meaning of vector magnitude in this context?
  2. How does multiplying a vector by a scalar affect its magnitude?
  3. Can you break down vector subtraction step-by-step?
  4. Why is the magnitude of a vector always positive?
  5. What are some practical applications of vector calculations?

Tip: When working with vectors, always remember to carefully track each component during operations like addition or subtraction to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vector Operations
Magnitude of a Vector
Scalar Multiplication

Formulas

Scalar multiplication: k * ⟨a, b⟩ = ⟨k * a, k * b⟩
Vector subtraction: ⟨a, b⟩ - ⟨c, d⟩ = ⟨a - c, b - d⟩
Magnitude of a vector: |⟨a, b⟩| = √(a^2 + b^2)

Theorems

Pythagorean theorem for vector magnitudes

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 11-12