The magnitude of a vector can be different in different coordinate systems. The magnitude of a vector can be different in different coordinate systems. True False

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Abel Christensen

Physics

26 April, 07:29

The magnitude of a vector can be different in different coordinate systems. The magnitude of a vector can be different in different coordinate systems. True False

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Malakai · Answer 1

False.

Explanation:

We usually define vectors in terms of its magnitude and their orientation. Magnitude and direction does not vary with the change of a coordinate system as they are independent of coordinates and will remain the same. So it does not matter what your choice of a coordinate system is, it will not effect its direction and magnitude. However you can resolve the vector in to its components if you want.