Vector Sum - Parallelogram Law

Vector Sum - Parallelogram Law
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2015-11-24 21:53
This example demonstrates the parallelogram law of vector addition. It shows how to construct a parallelogram with two vectors to find their sum. Commands used include Vector and Intersect. Suitable for high school math education to help students understand the basic principles of vector addition.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

  1. Vector(B, D) → b_2
  2. Vector(C, D) → a_2
  3. Intersect(xAxis, yAxis) → A
  4. Vector(A, B) → a
  5. Vector(A, C) → b
  6. Vector(A, D) → c

AI Drawing Prompt Reference

Draw a parallelogram using vectors AB and AC as adjacent sides. First, draw vector AB, then draw vector AC to form one side of the parallelogram. Next, draw vector AD parallel to AB to complete one side of the parallelogram. Finally, draw vector BC to finish the parallelogram.
The prompt above was compiled from the original drawing commands and is for reference only.