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Which Way and How Far? An Introduction to Vectors

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Where Are You Going?

Where Are You Going?

Imagine you are giving directions to a friend standing in the middle of a park. You say: 'Walk 5 metres.' Your friend looks at you and asks: 'Which way?' You realise your instruction is incomplete — the distance alone is not enough. Your friend also needs a direction. This small problem is at the heart of one of maths most useful ideas: the vector. Before we dive in, try the warm-up question below.

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