2.4 Adding Vectors

Question 1

When adding vectors how should they be drawn?

Answer 1

From when it starts to the the end, they should form one path and the arrows in the same direction ( unless its a triangle one should face the other direction )

Question 2

When adding vectors using a diagram, where should the answer be drawn?

Answer 2

From when the first vector ends/ its tail to where the last vector starts/ its nose

Question 3

Define anti parallel vectors

Answer 3

Vectors that are in the same line but in opposite directions

Question 4

How can the size and direction of the answer vector be found algebraically?

Answer 4

Bu using Pythagoras’ theorem, sine rule or cosine rule