Scalars and Vectors

Scalar
• Scalar Example Magnitude

Speed 20 m/s
Distance 10 m
Age 15 years
– 1000
Heat
calories
 Vector
• Vector
Magnitude &
Direction

Velocity 20 m/s, N

    Acceleration
10 m/s/s,
E
v , x, a, F •
Force 5 N, West
Vectors are typically illustrated by drawing an ARROW
above the symbol. The arrow is used to convey
direction and magnitude
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NOTE: When drawing a right triangle that conveys some type of

motion, you MUST draw your components HEAD TO TOE.
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The goal: ALWAYS MAKE A RIGHT TRIANGLE!

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The Final answer: 26.93 m, 31.3 degrees NORTH or EAST

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The Final answer: 17 m/s, @ 28.1 degrees West of North

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The Final answer: 53.85 m/s, E and 33.64 m/s S

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The Final answer: 6224.14 km @ 8.91 degrees, North of East

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