5. A and B vectors in the x-y plane are given by A = (2i + 2j) m and B = (2i - 4j) m; (a) Find the resultant vector by expressing their sum. (b) Find the magnitude and direction of this vector. Solve using the given formulas.
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Given vectors: A = 2i + 2j B = 2i - 4j Adding the x-components: 2 + 2 = 4 Adding the y-components: 2 - 4 = -2 Therefore, the resultant vector R = 4i - 2j. Show more…
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