A displacement vector has an –component of and makes an angle of with the positive –axis

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Kinematics · Kinematics

Problem

A displacement vector has an

x

–component of

6\,\text{m}

and makes an angle of

60^{\circ}

with the positive

x

–axis. Determine the magnitude of the displacement. (a)

10\,\text{m}

(b)

6\,\text{m}

(c)

12\,\text{m}

(d)

7\,\text{m}