Questions: Find the sum of the vectors A and B shown in the figure.
Transcript text: Find the sum of the vectors $\mathbf{A}$ and $\mathbf{B}$ shown in the figure.
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Understand vector addition
Vector addition is performed by placing the tail of the second vector at the head of the first vector. The resultant vector is then drawn from the tail of the first vector to the head of the second vector.
Step 2: Visualize the addition
Imagine moving vector B so that its tail is at the head of vector A.
Step 3: Determine the resultant vector
The sum of vectors A and B would be a vector starting at the tail of A and ending at the head of B (after B is moved as described in step 2). This corresponds to option B.