Vectors And Scalars

Question 1

Vector definition

Answer 1

A physical quantity with both magnitude and direction

Question 2

Scalar definition

Answer 2

A physical quantity with only magnitude/size

Question 3

Steps to vector addition?

Answer 3

1. Select a direction as positive
2. Set up vector equation
3. Substitute into vector equation
4. Answer question, add unit and direction

Question 4

Resultant vector definition

Answer 4

It is the single vector that has the same effect as the individual vectors acting together

Question 5

Equilibrant definition

Answer 5

The vector which has the same magnitude but opposite direction as the resultant