Math Problem Statement
Solution
To solve the problem:
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Vector projection formula: The projection of onto , denoted as , is calculated as:
Here:
- is the dot product of and ,
- is the squared magnitude of .
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Orthogonal component: After finding , the orthogonal component will be calculated. This vector should be perpendicular to , meaning their dot product will be 0.
Step-by-step Solution:
Step 1: Compute
Step 2: Compute
Step 3: Calculate
Step 4: Compute
Step 5: Verify orthogonality
To confirm that is perpendicular to , compute their dot product:
Since the dot product is 0, is orthogonal to .
Final Results:
- , which is perpendicular to .
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Relative Questions:
- What is the significance of vector projection in physics or engineering?
- How do you calculate the magnitude of a vector given its components?
- What are some real-world examples of orthogonal vectors?
- How is the concept of orthogonality used in computer graphics?
- Can projections be extended to spaces with more than three dimensions?
Tip: Always double-check dot products when working with projections; a small mistake can change the entire outcome.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vector Projection
Dot Product
Orthogonality
Formulas
Vector projection formula: u_v = (u · v / ||v||²) v
Dot product: u · v = Σ(u_i * v_i)
Magnitude squared: ||v||² = Σ(v_i²)
Theorems
Orthogonality via dot product (u · v = 0)
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Mathematics or Advanced High School