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Two-Dimensional Motion — Test

Question 18 • Physics I

Which equation represents the Pythagorean theorem, which can be used to find the magnitude of resultant vectors?

Answer
A
cap r squared is equal to cap A squared plus cap b squared
B
cap r is equal to cap A plus cap b
C
cap r squared is equal to cap A squared times cap b squared
D
cap r is equal to cap A times cap b

Explanation

For two perpendicular vectors, the vectors form the legs of a right triangle, and the resultant is the hypotenuse. The Pythagorean theorem gives r² = A² + b², so choice A, “r squared is equal to A squared plus b squared,” is correct.

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