Asked in Premeth Test 20 — Vectors and Equilibrium (physics)Moderate

Along the three mutually perpendicular axes x, y and z, the unit vectors are denoted by:

Correct answer: A. Option A: i, j, k

  • A. Option A: i, j, k
  • B. Option B: -i, -j, k
  • C. Option C: x, y, z
  • D. Option D: None of these

Explanation

The correct answer is Option A: i, j, k. In mathematics and physics, the unit vectors along the x, y, and z axes are commonly denoted by i, j, and k respectively. These unit vectors have a magnitude of 1 and point in the positive direction of their respective axes.

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