Given That a Vector Extends from the Origin to (−5

question 36

Multiple Choice

Given that a vector extends from the origin to (−5.0 cm, 8.0 cm) , find the magnitude of the vector.

• A) 9.8 cm
• B) 3.4 cm
• C) 9.4 cm
• D) −5.6 cm

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