Precalculus (10th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-907-0

Chapter 9 - Polar Coordinates; Vectors - 9.4 Vectors - 9.4 Assess Your Understanding - Page 609: 100

Answer

A vector is a quantity that has two independent attributes: magnitude and direction. Magnitude is the length of the vector represented as a line segment. Direction is the orientation of the line segment, by an arrow at one end. Any force is a good example for a vector.

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A vector is a quantity that has two independent attributes: magnitude and direction. Magnitude is the length of the vector represented as a line segment. Direction is the orientation of the line segment, by an arrow at one end. Any force is a good example for a vector.
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