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Vectors, Phys 101

Author: Jesse Olson

New words for this packet

Vector - A quantity that has BOTH a size (#) and a direction (left, up, north, etc).

Scalar - A quantity that has ONLY a size (#).

Displacement - Change in position of an object compared to the starting point.

Velocity - A vector quantity found by dividing an objects displacement (often distance is used) by the amount of time taken to travel this distance, includes A DIRECTION.

Source: olson, http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/1DKin/U1L1d.cfm

Adding Vectors Graphically and Algebraically

A quick tutorial on how to work with vector quantities. Includes example problems.

Source: olson

Velocity Practice Problems With Solutions

This slide show includes a couple of problems for you to work out. I provide the solutions so you can check your work but try doing these on your own before looking at the answers.

Source: olson