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Graphical Solution:
To add vectors graphically, follow these steps:
1. Draw the first vector with an arrow in the direction of the vector, making sure to label its magnitude and direction.
2. Draw the second vector with an arrow in the direction of the vector, making sure to label its magnitude and direction.
3. Place the tail of the second vector on the head of the first vector.
4. Draw a new vector from the tail of the first vector to the head of the second vector.
5. Label this new vector as the sum of the two vectors.
Analytical Solution:
To add vectors analytically, follow these steps:
1. Write each vector as its components in the standard (x, y) coordinate system.
2. Add the x-components of the vectors together to get the x-component of the sum.
3. Add the y-components of the vectors together to get the y-component of the sum.
4. Write the sum as a vector with its components in the standard (x, y) coordinate system.
Let me give you an example to illustrate both methods:
Suppose we have two vectors, A and B, with magnitudes of 5 units and 6 units, respectively. Vector A is directed in the positive x-direction, while vector B is directed 30 degrees above the negative x-axis. We need to find the sum of these two vectors.
Graphical Solution:
1. Draw vector A as a horizontal arrow with a length of 5 units, pointing to the right.
2. Draw vector B as an arrow at a 30-degree angle to the x-axis with a length of 6 units.
3. Place the tail of vector B at the head of vector A.
4. Draw a new vector from the tail of vector A to the head of vector B.
5. Label this new vector as the sum of A and B.
Analytical Solution:
1. Write the components of vector A: Ax = 5, Ay = 0.
2. Write the components of vector B: Bx = 6 cos 30° = 5.2, By = 6 sin 30° = 3.
3. Add the x-components: Ax + Bx = 5 + 5.2 = 10.2.
4. Add the y-components: Ay + By = 0 + 3 = 3.
5. Write the sum as a vector with its components in the standard (x, y) coordinate system: S = (10.2, 3).
I hope this helps you understand how to add vectors both graphically and analytically. Let me know if you have any further questions!