Math Problem Statement

Write the vector shown above in component form.

Solution

To determine the vector shown in component form, let's analyze the graph carefully.

  1. The vector starts at the origin (0,0)(0, 0) and ends at a point that appears to be (3,4)(3, 4).

  2. The component form of a vector is given as: Vector=ai+bj\text{Vector} = a \mathbf{i} + b \mathbf{j} where aa is the horizontal (x-axis) component and bb is the vertical (y-axis) component.

  3. From the graph, we see that:

    • The vector moves 3 units to the right along the x-axis.
    • The vector moves 4 units up along the y-axis.
  4. Thus, the vector in component form is: Vector=3i+4j\text{Vector} = 3 \mathbf{i} + 4 \mathbf{j}

Would you like more details on how vector components are determined?

Related Questions:

  1. How can I calculate the magnitude of a vector given its components?
  2. What does it mean if a vector has a negative component?
  3. How do we find the direction angle of a vector?
  4. What are unit vectors, and how do they relate to components i\mathbf{i} and j\mathbf{j}?
  5. How would the vector change if it was flipped to point in the opposite direction?

Tip: When determining vector components from a graph, always check the orientation (right/left for i\mathbf{i} and up/down for j\mathbf{j}).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vector Components
Vector Notation
Coordinate System

Formulas

Vector = a * i + b * j

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12