U6 Vectors(KA/PRE/U6)
Unit 6: Vectors
Vectors Introduction
A vector has both magnitude and direction, represented by an arrow in space.
Vector Components
A vector can be broken down into horizontal (x) and vertical (y) components.
Magnitude of Vectors
Magnitude = √(x² + y²)
Scalar Multiplication
Scaling a vector changes its magnitude but not its direction.
Vector Addition and Subtraction
Vectors are added by adding their components.
Direction of Vectors
Direction is the angle the vector makes with the x-axis: θ = arctan(y/x)
Vector Components from Magnitude and Direction
x = magnitude * cos(θ), y = magnitude * sin(θ)
Adding Vectors in Magnitude and Direction Form
Convert to components, add components, convert back to magnitude and direction.
Vectors Word Problems
Vectors are used in navigation, physics (forces), engineering, and more.
Quiz: Test Your Understanding
If vector A = (3, 4), what is its magnitude?
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