The x vector component of a displacement vector has a magnitude of 115 m and points along the negative x axis. The y vector component has a magnitude of 177 m and points along the negative y axis. Find (a) the magnitude and (b) direction of 7. Specify the direction as a positive angle with respect to the negative x axis. (a) Number 211.08 (b) Number i Units m Units

The x vector component of a displacement vector has a magnitude of 115 m and points along the negative x axis. The y vector component has a magnitude of 177 m and points along the negative y axis. Find (a) the magnitude and (b) direction of 7. Specify the direction as a positive angle with respect to the negative x axis. (a) Number 211.08 (b) Number i Units m Units

Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337553292

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter3: Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 21P: Vector A has a negative x component 3.00 units in length and a positive y component 2.00 units in...

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