Math Problem Statement
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Solution
To determine if a triplet of vectors forms a right-handed system, calculate the cross product of the first two vectors and check if its direction matches the third vector using the right-hand rule.
Given:
Testing order of vectors:
Option 1:
Calculate and check alignment with .
If aligned, this triplet is right-handed.
Option 2:
Calculate and check alignment with .
Option 3:
Calculate and check alignment with .
Option 4:
Calculate and check alignment with .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vectors
Cross Product
Right-handed Systems
Formulas
Cross product formula: a × b = (aybz − azby, azbx − axbz, axby − aybx)
Theorems
Right-hand rule for vector systems
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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