Physlet Physics by Christian and Belloni: Problem 3.1

3.1: Vector Decomposition
3.2: Motion on an Incline
3.3: The Direction of Velocity and Acceleration Vectors
3.4: Projectile Motion
3.5: Uniform Circular Motion and Acceleration
3.6: Circular and Noncircular Motion

Problem 3.1: Rank the 5 vectors

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Five vectors are shown on the coordinate grid (position is given in meters). You can change the position of a vector by click-dragging at the base of the vector. Click restart to return the vectors to their original positions.

Rank the x components of the five vectors shown (smallest to largest).
Rank the y components of the five vectors shown (smallest to largest).
What are the components of the vector that results when Vector B is added to Vector D?

Problem authored by Melissa Dancy.

Physlets were developed at Davidson College and converted from Java to JavaScript using the SwingJS system developed at St. Olaf College.

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