Math Problem Statement

Find the components of vector D = 4.10A + B, where A and B are vectors with known magnitudes and angles.

Solution

The problem requires finding vector D=4.10A+B\vec{D} = 4.10 \vec{A} + \vec{B}, where vectors A\vec{A} and B\vec{B} are given in the image. Let's break this down:

Step 1: Decompose the vectors A\vec{A} and B\vec{B} into their components.

  • Vector A\vec{A} is given as 2.0 m in magnitude and directed at 15° above the positive yy-axis.

    • The components of A\vec{A}: A_x = 2.0 \sin(15^\circ) \quad \text{(since it's tilted towards the x-axis)} Ay=2.0cos(15)A_y = 2.0 \cos(15^\circ)
  • Vector B\vec{B} is given as 4.0 m in magnitude and directed at 15° below the positive xx-axis.

    • The components of B\vec{B}: Bx=4.0cos(15)B_x = 4.0 \cos(15^\circ) B_y = -4.0 \sin(15^\circ) \quad \text{(since it's below the x-axis)}

Step 2: Calculate the components of 4.10A4.10 \vec{A}.

Since we are asked for 4.10A4.10 \vec{A}, we multiply the components of A\vec{A} by 4.10: (4.10Ax,4.10Ay)(4.10 A_x, 4.10 A_y)

Step 3: Add the vectors D=4.10A+B\vec{D} = 4.10 \vec{A} + \vec{B}.

To find the components of D\vec{D}, sum the xx- and yy-components of 4.10A4.10 \vec{A} and B\vec{B} separately: Dx=4.10Ax+BxD_x = 4.10 A_x + B_x Dy=4.10Ay+ByD_y = 4.10 A_y + B_y

Now, I will calculate the components using these expressions.The components of vector D=4.10A+B\vec{D} = 4.10 \vec{A} + \vec{B} are approximately:

Dx=5.99m,Dy=6.89mD_x = 5.99 \, \text{m}, \quad D_y = 6.89 \, \text{m}

Would you like further details or explanations on any step? Here are some related questions that might expand on this:

  1. How are vector components calculated from magnitudes and angles?
  2. Why are trigonometric functions used to find vector components?
  3. How does the direction of a vector affect the signs of its components?
  4. What is the significance of multiplying a vector by a scalar?
  5. How can we find the magnitude and direction of the resultant vector D\vec{D}?

Tip: When adding vectors, always ensure you resolve them into components to make the process easier and more accurate.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vector Addition
Trigonometry
Component Decomposition

Formulas

Ax = A * sin(θ), Ay = A * cos(θ)
Bx = B * cos(θ), By = B * sin(θ)
D = 4.10A + B

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem
Trigonometric Decomposition

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12