Ch 03: Vectors and Coordinate Systems
Chapter 3, Problem 3
Let B = (5.0 m, 30 degrees counterclockwise from verically up). Find the x- and y- components of B in each of the two coordinate systems shown in FIGURE EX3.21.
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