What is the unit-vector notation for each of the following vectors, all with magnitudes of 41.5? (a) Vector E with direction of 75.0° counterclockwise from the +x-axis.

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### Unit-Vector Notation for Given Vectors

Given the vectors below, all with magnitudes of 41.5, determine their unit-vector notations.

(a) **Vector \(\vec{E}\)** with a direction of 75.0° counterclockwise from the +x-axis.
\[
\vec{E} = 
\]

(b) **Vector \(\vec{F}\)** with a direction of 75.0° counterclockwise from the +y-axis.
\[
\vec{F} = 
\]

(c) **Vector \(\vec{G}\)** with a direction of 75.0° clockwise from the −y-axis.
\[
\vec{G} = 
\]

#### Explanation:
1. **For Vector \(\vec{E}\)**: To find the unit vector notation, decompose it into its x and y components using the given angle and magnitude.
   
2. **For Vector \(\vec{F}\)**: Similarly, decompose this vector into components, noting the direction relative to the +y-axis.

3. **For Vector \(\vec{G}\)**: Again, decompose this vector into components, noting that the angle is measured clockwise from the −y-axis.

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Transcribed Image Text:### Unit-Vector Notation for Given Vectors Given the vectors below, all with magnitudes of 41.5, determine their unit-vector notations. (a) **Vector \(\vec{E}\)** with a direction of 75.0° counterclockwise from the +x-axis. \[ \vec{E} = \] (b) **Vector \(\vec{F}\)** with a direction of 75.0° counterclockwise from the +y-axis. \[ \vec{F} = \] (c) **Vector \(\vec{G}\)** with a direction of 75.0° clockwise from the −y-axis. \[ \vec{G} = \] #### Explanation: 1. **For Vector \(\vec{E}\)**: To find the unit vector notation, decompose it into its x and y components using the given angle and magnitude. 2. **For Vector \(\vec{F}\)**: Similarly, decompose this vector into components, noting the direction relative to the +y-axis. 3. **For Vector \(\vec{G}\)**: Again, decompose this vector into components, noting that the angle is measured clockwise from the −y-axis. If you need additional help with the concepts or solving the problems, click on "Read It" for further assistance.
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