Question

Vector ~A has a magnitude of 29 units and points in the positive y-direction. When vector ~B is added to ~A, the resultant vector ~A ~B points in the negative y-direction with a magnitude of 14 units. Find the magnitude and direction of ~B.

Answer 1

The magnitude of vector B is 43 units and it points in the negative y-direction.

Step-by-step explanation:

Resultant of vectors = vector sum of all the vectors

Vector A = 29j

Vector B = ?

Resultant of vector A and B = R = -14j

R = A + B

-14j = 29j + B

B = -14j - 29j = - 43j

Hence, the magnitude of vector B is 43 units and it points in the negative y-direction.