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AP Physics C Mechanics Flashcards: Scalars And Vectors

Study Scalars And Vectors in AP Physics C Mechanics with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Find the magnitude of vector v=[512]\textbf{v} = \begin{bmatrix} 5 \\ 12 \end{bmatrix}

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ANSWER

The magnitude is 13. Use ∣v∣=52+122=169=13|\textbf{v}| = \sqrt{5^2 + 12^2} = \sqrt{169} = 13

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Which of the following lists contains only vector quantities?
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