(a)
The angle between the vectors
(a)
Answer to Problem 12P
The angle between the vectors
Explanation of Solution
Given that
Write the expression for dot product of
Here,
Rearrange equation (I), to find
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, The angle between the vectors
(b)
The angle between the vectors
(b)
Answer to Problem 12P
The angle between the vectors
Explanation of Solution
Given that
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, The angle between the vectors
(c)
The angle between the vectors
(c)
Answer to Problem 12P
The angle between the vectors
Explanation of Solution
Given that
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, The angle between the vectors
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