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Vectors
Vectors describe translations and geometric movement using magnitude, direction, column notation, addition, subtraction and scalar multiplication rather than coordinate position alone.
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Translations as vectors1 objectives
- [Foundation and Higher] Describe translations as two-dimensional vectors.
Vector operations and proofs2 objectives
- [Higher only] Apply addition and subtraction of vectors and multiplication of vectors by a scalar.
- [Higher only] Use diagrammatic and column vector representations to construct geometric arguments and proofs.
Key terms
vector
Exam tips
- Translations as vectors exam tip 1: Write the method before the answer so the examiner can follow each step. Apply this to [Foundation and Higher] Describe translations as two-dimensional vectors..
- Translations as vectors exam tip 2: State the exact concept or formula you are using before substituting values. Apply this to [Foundation and Higher] Describe translations as two-dimensional vectors..
Common mistakes
- Translations as vectors common mistake 1: Show the method first, then give the final answer in the required form. Apply this directly to Translations as vectors.
- Translations as vectors common mistake 2: Name the relevant value or feature from the question and explain how it is used. Apply this directly to Translations as vectors.
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