Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach, Vol. 1 (Chs 1-21) (4th Edition)
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Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus)
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Chapter 3, Problem 10EAP
Draw each of the following vectors, label an angle that specifies
the vector’s direction, then find its magnitude and direction.
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