Geometric Problems with Vectors
Interactive practice questions
Vectors $U$U, $V$V and $W$W form three sides of a triangle, as shown in the graph below.
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a
Find an expression for $W$W in terms of $U$U and $V$V:
b
Now find an expression for $V$V in terms of $U$U and $W$W:
Easy
1min
Consider vectors $V$V and $U$U of magnitude $7$7 and $8.1$8.1 units respectively, separated by an angle of $60^\circ$60°, as shown on the graph. Plot the resultant vector $W=U+V$W=U+V with its tail at the origin.
Medium
< 1min
Consider vectors $V$V and $U$U of magnitude $4$4 and $5.8$5.8 units respectively, separated by an angle of $31^\circ$31°, as shown on the graph. Plot the resultant vector $W=U+V$W=U+V with its tail at the origin.
Medium
1min
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