Vectors - Vectors, addition, subtraction & scalar multiplication
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Quick Reference
Teach Yourself
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction.
Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector
completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add
and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry.
Test Yourself
Video
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction.
Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector
completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add
and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry. (Mathtutor Video Tutorial)
iPOD Video
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction. Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction. Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction. Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry
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A vector is a quantity that has both a magnitude (or size) and a direction. Both of these properties must be given in order to specify a vector completely. In this unit we describe how to write down vectors, how to add and subtract them, and how to use them in geometry
