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Vector $\overrightarrow{\mathbf{A}}$ has a magnitude of 29 units and points in the positive $y$ direction. When vector $\overrightarrow{\mathbf{B}}$ is added to $\overrightarrow{\mathbf{A}},$ the resultant vector $\overrightarrow{\mathbf{A}}+\overrightarrow{\mathbf{B}}$ points in the negative $y$ direction with a magnitude of 14 units. Find the magnitude and direction of $\overrightarrow{\mathbf{B}}$ .

Key Concepts

Vectors

A vector is a quantity that has both magnitude and direction. They are used extensively in physics and engineering to represent quantities such as force, velocity, and displacement. Understanding the concept of vectors is crucial for analyzing and solving problems involving directed quantities.

Component Representation

Vectors can be broken down into components along the coordinate axes, such as horizontal and vertical components in a two-dimensional space. This representation allows complex vector operations to be simplified into operations on their individual components, making calculations more manageable.

Vector Addition

Vector addition is the process of combining vectors to form a resultant vector. This is done by adding the corresponding components of the vectors. The concept is fundamental in determining the net effect of multiple vector quantities that act simultaneously.

Resultant Vector and Vector Subtraction

The resultant vector is the outcome of vector addition, representing the combined effect of multiple vectors. When the resultant and one of the component vectors are known, vector subtraction is used to determine the unknown vector. This method is essential for solving problems where an unknown vector is part of a vector sum.

Magnitude and Direction

The magnitude of a vector is a measure of its length, often determined using the Pythagorean theorem in a component-based representation. The direction of a vector indicates its orientation relative to a reference axis, usually expressed in degrees or radians. Both magnitude and direction are key properties that define a vector completely.

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