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Homework Statement
The Attempt at a Solution
I wanted to make sure I use the right angle for vector B.
Also just wanted to check my work.
A vector sum is the result of adding two or more vectors together. It is represented by a single vector that has the same magnitude and direction as the combined vectors.
The x and y components of a vector sum are the horizontal and vertical parts of the vector, respectively. They are calculated by using trigonometric functions to break down the magnitude and direction of the vector.
To find the x and y components of a vector sum, you can use the Pythagorean theorem and trigonometric functions. The x component is found by multiplying the magnitude of the vector by the cosine of the angle between the vector and the x-axis. The y component is found by multiplying the magnitude of the vector by the sine of the angle between the vector and the y-axis.
It is important to find the x and y components of a vector sum because they provide information about the direction and magnitude of the vector. This information is useful in various fields such as physics, engineering, and navigation.
Yes, you can find the x and y components of a vector sum if you only know the magnitude and angle. As mentioned earlier, you can use the Pythagorean theorem and trigonometric functions to calculate these components using the given information.