Vector A has the same magnitude as B but opposite in direction, then A is said to be
Correct answer: B. Negative vector
- A. Normal vector
- B. Negative vector
- C. Null vector
- D. Unit vector
Explanation
The Explanation for this question is as follows: Two vectors, having same magnitude but opposite direction are called negative vectors. Since they have equal magnitude but direction is opposite, one vector is referred to as the negative of the other one. However, two such vectors when added, they cancel each other and give us a zero vector. Negative of a Vector The negative of a vector is a vector with the same magnitude as the given vector but in the opposite direction. It is obtained by multiplying the given vector by -1. The negative of a vector and the given vector are exactly in the opposite directions.
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