Math Problem Statement

Determine if each of the following statements is correct or incorrect based on the provided vector-related conditions and formulas.

Solution

Let's analyze each statement in turn to determine whether it is correct ("Σωστό") or incorrect ("Λάθος").

Given Statements:

  1. (i) a=(x,y)a=x2+y2\vec{a} = (x, y) \Rightarrow |\vec{a}| = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}

    • Analysis: This is correct. The magnitude of a vector a=(x,y)\vec{a} = (x, y) in two-dimensional space is indeed a=x2+y2|\vec{a}| = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2}.
    • Conclusion: Correct.
  2. (ii) aβdet(a,β)=0\vec{a} \perp \vec{\beta} \Rightarrow \det(\vec{a}, \vec{\beta}) = 0

    • Analysis: This is incorrect. The determinant of two vectors a\vec{a} and β\vec{\beta} is zero if they are parallel, not perpendicular. For perpendicular vectors, the determinant is non-zero, as it represents the area of the parallelogram formed by a\vec{a} and β\vec{\beta}.
    • Conclusion: Incorrect.
  3. (iii) For the angle Φ\Phi formed by vector a\vec{a} with the x-axis xxx'x, it holds that 0Φ<3600^\circ \leq \Phi < 360^\circ.

    • Analysis: This is correct. An angle Φ\Phi in the range 0Φ<3600^\circ \leq \Phi < 360^\circ covers all possible directions in a 2D plane, as angles repeat every 360360^\circ.
    • Conclusion: Correct.
  4. (iv) Given points A(x1,y1)A(x_1, y_1) and B(x2,y2)B(x_2, y_2), then the vector AB=(x1x2,y1y2)\overrightarrow{AB} = (x_1 - x_2, y_1 - y_2).

    • Analysis: This is incorrect. The vector AB\overrightarrow{AB} should be defined as AB=(x2x1,y2y1)\overrightarrow{AB} = (x_2 - x_1, y_2 - y_1), as it represents the displacement from AA to BB.
    • Conclusion: Incorrect.
  5. (v) If λ=43\lambda = \frac{4}{3}, then λa=(4,3)\lambda \vec{a} = (4, 3).

    • Analysis: This is correct only if a=(3,94)\vec{a} = (3, \frac{9}{4}) or any vector such that scaling by 43\frac{4}{3} results in (4,3)(4, 3). However, without knowing a\vec{a}, we cannot verify this as universally correct. It is likely the intended statement assumes that a=(3,94)\vec{a} = (3, \frac{9}{4}), making it correct in this context.
    • Conclusion: Correct, assuming a=(3,94)\vec{a} = (3, \frac{9}{4}).
  6. (vi) Given A(2,1)A(2, 1) and B(10,7)B(10, 7), then AB=8i+6j\overrightarrow{AB} = 8\vec{i} + 6\vec{j}.

    • Analysis: Calculating AB=(102)i+(71)j=8i+6j\overrightarrow{AB} = (10 - 2)\vec{i} + (7 - 1)\vec{j} = 8\vec{i} + 6\vec{j}, which is correct.
    • Conclusion: Correct.

Summary of Conclusions:

  1. (i) Correct
  2. (ii) Incorrect
  3. (iii) Correct
  4. (iv) Incorrect
  5. (v) Correct, assuming a=(3,94)\vec{a} = (3, \frac{9}{4})
  6. (vi) Correct

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you calculate the magnitude of a vector in 3D space?
  2. What is the determinant of two vectors, and what does it represent geometrically?
  3. How can we determine the direction angle of a vector in a 2D coordinate system?
  4. How do you find the vector between two points in 3D?
  5. What are the implications of scalar multiplication on vector direction and magnitude?

Tip:

For vector calculations, keep in mind the direction and order of points, especially when finding a vector between two points (e.g., AB\overrightarrow{AB} is calculated as BAB - A).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Vectors
Vector Magnitude
Determinants
Angles between Vectors
Vector Operations

Formulas

Magnitude of vector: |a| = sqrt(x^2 + y^2)
Determinant of two vectors a and b: det(a, b)
Vector between two points A(x1, y1) and B(x2, y2): AB = (x2 - x1, y2 - y1)

Theorems

Properties of determinants and perpendicularity
Definition of vector direction and angle

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 10-12