Topics in Calculus Unit 3: Vectors

Adding Vectors

If R = (3, 5) and S=(2, 1), add R + 2S

(3 + 2*2, 5 + 2*1) = (7, 7)

Magnitude of Vectors

Find the magnitude of v = 3i + 4j

Sqrt(3^2 + 4^2) = 5

Component Form

Basic Application Problem

Joe travels from (-3, 2) to (4, 5). Find the distance he traveled and the horizontal and vertical components.