How Do You Sketch Position and Tangent Vectors for a Vector Function?

In summary, the given conversation discusses the vector equation $r(t)=\left\langle t-2, t^2+1 \right\rangle$, where $t=-1$, and its derivative $r'(t)=\left\langle 1, 2t \right\rangle$, as well as the sketching of the position and tangent vectors for $t=-1$. The position vector is $\left\langle -3, 2 \right\rangle$, and the tangent vector is $\left\langle 1, -2 \right\rangle$. The position vector is a vector from the origin to the point (-3,2), while the tangent vector is a vector from the point (-3,2) to
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$r(t)=\left\langle t-2, t^2+1 \right\rangle$, $t=-1$

sketch the plane curve with the given vector equation.

$x=t-2$ and $y=t^2+1$

$x+2=t$
$(x+2)^2=t^2$
$(x+2)^2+1=t^2+1$
$(x+2)^2+1=y$
$x^2+4x+4+1=y$
$y=x^2+4x+5$ it's a parabola

View attachment 3099find $r'(t)$

$r'(t)=\left\langle 1, 2t \right\rangle$

sketch the position vector $r(t)$ and the tangent vector $r'(t)$ for the given value of $t$ (this is the part I am having trouble with)

when $t=-1$
$r(-1)=\left\langle -3, 2 \right\rangle$
$r'(-1)=\left\langle 1, -2 \right\rangle$

how do i sketch the position vectors?
 

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ineedhelpnow said:
View attachment 3099
sketch the position vector $r(t)$ and the tangent vector $r'(t)$ for the given value of $t$ (this is the part I am having trouble with)
when $t=-1$
$r(-1)=\left\langle -3, 2 \right\rangle$
$r'(-1)=\left\langle 1, -2 \right\rangle$

how do i sketch the position vectors?

Hey ineedhelpnow! ;)

The position vector is a vector from the origin (0,0) to the point (-3,2).
The tangent vector is a vector from the point (-3,2) to (-3,2)+(1,-2)=(-2,0).

Care to draw those 2 vectors? (Wondering)
 
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hey.

YES! thanks sooo much.
 

FAQ: How Do You Sketch Position and Tangent Vectors for a Vector Function?

What is a derivative of a vector function?

A derivative of a vector function is a mathematical concept that represents the rate of change of the vector function at a specific point. It is a vector itself, with the same number of components as the original vector function.

How is a derivative of a vector function calculated?

A derivative of a vector function is calculated by finding the derivative of each component of the vector function and combining them to form a new vector. This process is called vector calculus and involves using partial derivatives.

What does the derivative of a vector function represent?

The derivative of a vector function represents the instantaneous rate of change of the vector function at a specific point. It gives information on how the vector function is changing in magnitude and direction at that point.

Why is the derivative of a vector function important?

The derivative of a vector function is important in many fields of science and engineering, particularly in physics and mechanics. It helps in understanding the behavior of objects in motion and predicting their future positions and velocities.

What is the difference between a derivative of a scalar function and a vector function?

The derivative of a scalar function is a single value, whereas the derivative of a vector function is a vector. This means that the derivative of a scalar function represents only the rate of change in one direction, while the derivative of a vector function represents the rate of change in multiple directions.

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