Solving Word Problems Involving Velocity or Forces (8.4.3)

Question 1

• Velocity can be expressed as a direction and a speed; therefore, velocity is a vector.

Answer 1

• Velocity can be expressed as a direction and a speed; therefore, velocity is a vector.

Question 2

• Degree measure starts at the positive x-axis and moves counterclockwise. Compass direction (or bearing) starts at north and moves clockwise.

Answer 2

• Degree measure starts at the positive x-axis and moves counterclockwise. Compass direction (or bearing) starts at north and moves clockwise.