Key learning points

1. Drawing a diagram can make things clearer.
2. Adding to an existing diagram can make things clearer.
3. It can be helpful to start with what you know or can deduce.

Keywords

• Vector - A vector can be used to describe a translation.

• Displacement - Displacement is the distance from the starting point when measured in a straight line.

• Resultant vector - A resultant vector is the single vector that produces the same effect as a combination of other vectors.

Common misconception