Relative to an origin O, the position vectors of the points A and B are i – 4j and 7i + 20j respectively. The point C lies on AB and is such that AC = (2/3)AB. Find the position vector of C and the magnitude of this vector.
- (a)Relative to an origin O, the position vectors of the points A and B are i – 4j and 7i + 20j respectively. The point C lies on AB and is such that AC = (2/3)AB. Find the position vector of C and the magnitude of this vector.[5]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2011). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [1] AB = 6i + 24j (or AC = 4i + 16j)
- [1] OC = OA + (2/3)AB
- [1] OC = 5i + 12j
- [1] |OC| = √5² +12²
- [1] 13
Write your answer and get it marked
On Oracle Prep you can write or photograph your own answer and have it marked by AI against this mark scheme, with feedback on what you missed.
Sign up free →