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QuizMultiple Choice
Applying Vectors in the Plane
Question 3 • Precalculus
Which diagram indicates a bearing of S 40° E?
Answer
A
On a coordinate plane, vector u goes down and to the right in quadrant 4 and forms angle 40 degrees with the y-axis.
B
On a coordinate plane, vector u goes down and to the right in quadrant 3 and forms angle 40 degrees with the y-axis.
C
On a coordinate plane, vector u goes down and to the right in quadrant 2 and forms angle 40 degrees with the y-axis.
D
On a coordinate plane, vector u goes down and to the right in quadrant 1 and forms angle 40 degrees with the y-axis.