MDCAT Physics MCQ #3683

A vector A has a magnitude of 10 units and its x-component is 6 units. Calculate the magnitude of its y-component.

MDCAT Physics MCQ #3683

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A vector A has a magnitude of 10 units and its x-component is 6 units. Calculate the magnitude of its y-component.

    • A) 4 units
    • B) 16 units
    • C) 10 units
    • D) 8 units

    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.