3.2 - Vector Representation of Velocity
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What defines a vector?
💡 Hint: Think about how you would describe a force.
What are the components of a velocity vector?
💡 Hint: Consider how we measure motion in two dimensions.
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What does a vector quantify?
💡 Hint: Think about how we describe physical quantities.
Is velocity a scalar quantity?
💡 Hint: Recall the difference between scalar and vector quantities.
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A swimmer is moving at a velocity of 4 m/s north and 3 m/s east. Calculate the resultant velocity and direction using vector addition.
💡 Hint: Use the Pythagorean theorem for magnitude and arctan for angle.
A soccer player kicks a ball with a velocity of 25 m/s at a 30° angle to the ground. Find its horizontal and vertical components.
💡 Hint: Use trigonometric functions for your calculations.
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