Math Problem Statement

a vector has initial point (0,0) and terminal point (-3,-2). write v in component form v = (,)

Solution

To write the vector v\mathbf{v} in component form, subtract the coordinates of the initial point from the coordinates of the terminal point:

v=(terminal pointinitial point)\mathbf{v} = (\text{terminal point} - \text{initial point})

Given:

  • Initial point: (0,0)(0,0)
  • Terminal point: (3,2)(-3,-2)

v=(30,20)=(3,2)\mathbf{v} = (-3 - 0, -2 - 0) = (-3, -2)

Thus, the vector in component form is:

v=(3,2)\mathbf{v} = (-3, -2)

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you calculate the magnitude of a vector?
  2. What is the direction of the vector v=(3,2)\mathbf{v} = (-3, -2)?
  3. How do you find a unit vector in the same direction as v\mathbf{v}?
  4. Can you explain how to add or subtract vectors in component form?
  5. How do you calculate the dot product of two vectors?

Tip:

Always remember that vector components are calculated by subtracting the corresponding coordinates of the initial point from those of the terminal point.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vectors
Vector Components
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Vector component form: v = (x2 - x1, y2 - y1)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10