Math Problem Statement
[9, 7] is the difference between 2 vectors with components [3, 4] and [-6, b]. What is b?
Solution
We are given that the difference between two vectors and is .
The difference between two vectors is calculated component-wise:
[ \text{Vector 1} - \text{Vector 2} = \left( [3, 4] - [-6, b] \right) = [9, 7] ]
This can be broken down into two equations based on their components:
Let's solve each equation:
- (this is true)
Now, solve for :
Thus, .
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Tip: When solving vector equations, handle each component separately for clarity.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Vector Subtraction
Linear Algebra
Formulas
Vector 1 - Vector 2 = Result Vector
Component-wise Subtraction
Theorems
Basic Vector Subtraction Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10