Calculate the displacement of 3 different directions and distances?

In summary, the conversation discussed the formula for calculating displacement, which is displacement = final position - initial position. It also mentioned that if an object moves in a straight line, displacement can be calculated by finding the difference between the final and initial position along that line. The difference between displacement and distance was also explained, with displacement referring to the overall change in position and distance referring to the total length traveled. It was noted that displacement can be negative if the object moves in the opposite direction of the positive direction or starting point. Finally, it was mentioned that for an object moving in multiple directions, displacement can be calculated by breaking down the motion into its individual components and finding the overall change in position for each direction.
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Can someone please help me understand how to calculate the displacement of 3 different directions and distances?
 
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130m due north, 50m due east, and then 40m due south how can i figure out the net displacement?
 
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think of it like on graph paper where the center of the paper is (0,0). if you go straight up 130m you are at (0,130) if you then go straight right 100m you are at (100,130) then if you go left 250m you are at (-150,130). after adding/subtracting all the different movements you find your ending point. Use Pythagorean theorem to find the distance.
 

FAQ: Calculate the displacement of 3 different directions and distances?

What is the formula for calculating displacement?

The formula for calculating displacement is displacement = final position - initial position.

How do you calculate displacement if the object moves in a straight line?

If the object moves in a straight line, displacement can be calculated by finding the difference between the final and initial position along that line.

What is the difference between displacement and distance?

Displacement refers to the overall change in position, while distance refers to the total length that an object has traveled.

Can displacement be negative?

Yes, displacement can be negative if the object moves in the opposite direction of the positive direction or starting point.

How do you calculate displacement for an object moving in multiple directions?

If an object moves in multiple directions, displacement can be calculated by breaking down the motion into its individual components and finding the overall change in position for each direction.

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