(Vectors and Scalars) For two non-zero vectors ( A ) and ( B ) lying in the same plane
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Problem
(Vectors and Scalars)
For two non-zero vectors A and B lying in the same plane, answer the following:
(i) Define the scalar projection of A on B.
(ii) Define the vector projection of A on B and hence write its relation with the scalar projection obtained in part (i).
(iii) Using a suitable everyday example (such as pulling a suitcase with a strap), explain the physical significance of the projections defined above.