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Material:
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Vector Addition (Physics, Math)
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| Submitted by: |
John Walkup on Apr 15, 2001 |
| Date Last Modified: |
Apr 15, 2001 |
| Title: |
Vector Algebra Web Assignment No. 4 |
| Description: |
Uses an embedded Java applet by Fu-Kwun
Hwang to solve a practical introductory physics
problem (addition of velocities). |
| Topics: |
Vector algebra, vector addition, Pythagorean Theorem. |
| Course: |
First semester, introductory physics |
| Audience: |
College General Ed,
High School
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| Prerequisites Skills: |
Understanding of the Pythagorean Theorem. Understanding of the arctangent helpful. |
| Learning Objectives: |
To learn how vector algebra is used in a simple physics problem (addition of velocities). |
| Technical Notes: |
Requires Java-enabled browser. |
| Text of Learning Exercise: |
See
http://www.nhn.ou.edu/~walkup/demonstrations/WebAssignments/VectorAlgebra004.htm
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