IB skill practice

Analyse vector motion in three dimensions

Use vector functions to interpret position, velocity, and relative motion.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Analyse vector motion in three dimensions - identity proof

A particle has initial position (3,5,-2) and velocity (6,-2,2). Enter the \(x\)-coordinate at \(t=2\).

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.