Math Problem Statement
what are (a) the x components and (b) the y components of vector →a in the xy plane if it's direction is 249 degrees counterclockwise from the positive direction of the x axis and its magnitude is 9.4 m?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vector Components
Trigonometry
Coordinate Systems
Formulas
a_x = |a| * cos(θ)
a_y = |a| * sin(θ)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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