A vector A has a magnitude of 10 units and its x-component is 6 units. Calculate the magnitude of its y-component.
Q1. A vector A has a magnitude of 10 units and its x-component is 6 units. Calculate the magnitude of its y-component.
Answer: 8 units
Explanation: Using the Pythagorean theorem, Ay = sqrt(10^2 - 6^2) = 8. Option B is incorrect as it is just the difference 10 - 6.