Math Problem Statement

Vector c⃗ has initial point (5,0) and terminal point (-4,3). Write the vector in component form.

Solution

To write the vector c in component form, we need to subtract the coordinates of the initial point from the terminal point.

The formula for the component form of a vector is:

c=x2x1,y2y1\vec{c} = \langle x_2 - x_1, y_2 - y_1 \rangle

Where:

  • (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) is the initial point, and
  • (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) is the terminal point.

For the vector in your question:

  • Initial point (x1,y1)=(5,0)(x_1, y_1) = (5, 0)
  • Terminal point (x2,y2)=(4,3)(x_2, y_2) = (-4, 3)

Now, calculate the differences:

c=45,30=9,3\vec{c} = \langle -4 - 5, 3 - 0 \rangle = \langle -9, 3 \rangle

So, the vector c in component form is:

9,3\langle -9, 3 \rangle

Let me know if you'd like more details or have any questions!

Here are 5 related questions to expand on this:

  1. How do you find the magnitude of vector c\vec{c}?
  2. What is the direction of the vector c\vec{c}?
  3. How do you express a vector as a unit vector?
  4. What are some applications of vectors in physics?
  5. How do you perform vector addition using component form?

Tip: Always subtract the initial point from the terminal point when finding the component form of a vector!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vector Geometry
Component Form of Vectors

Formulas

Component form of a vector: ⟨x₂ - x₁, y₂ - y₁⟩

Theorems

None specifically needed, but vector operations follow basic geometry and algebra principles.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12