Using compass directions, what is the direction of the vector? The diagram is not drawn to scale.

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anonymous · Answer

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aric200 · Answer

Well the Vector is the Red line located in the middle/ Located in between North and East So If we are traveling in the between North and East we are going North East.

anonymous · Answer

Isn't it 45 degrees west of north?

arindameducationusc · Answer

agreed with @aric200

aric200 · Answer

West is <- Way how could it involve west?

anonymous · Answer

I don't know anymore...

anonymous · Answer

So you say that it's north east?

anonymous · Answer

That can't be right.

arindameducationusc · Answer

tan theta=y/x

arindameducationusc · Answer

This also gives direction if more things are given

aric200 · Answer

That is East of north. The line is in the quadrant that is defined by North and East, therefore those are the two relevant direction. They give the angle as 45 degrees from north, therefore it is 45 degrees East of North.

anonymous · Answer

Okay, now that makes sense, thank yuo.

aric200 · Answer

By the way West of North would be if the Vector was On the other side. But close.