Using the Pythagorean Theorem to Find Vector Magnitude

Analyzing Motion: Equations, Vectors, and Data

12th Grade·Science·TEKS

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Calculate the magnitude and direction of a resultant vector using the Pythagorean theorem and trigonometry.

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Analyzing Motion: Equations, Vectors, and Data

12th Grade · Science · TEKS

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Learners will apply kinematic equations to solve multi-step motion problems, perform vector addition using graphical and component methods, and collect real-time motion data with technology.

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112.45(b)(5)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Science · 12th Grade

define scalar and vector quantities related to one- and two-dimensional motion and combine vectors using both graphical vector addition and the Pythagorean theorem;

Open Global Standard:OGS.12.PS1.1

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