Vectors

Spotting the Loophole

Stage: 4 Challenge Level: Challenge Level:1

A visualisation problem in which you search for vectors which sum to zero from a jumble of arrows. Will your eyes be quicker than algebra?

Vector Journeys

Stage: 4 Challenge Level: Challenge Level:1

Charlie likes to go for walks around a square park, while Alison likes to cut across diagonally. Can you find relationships between the vectors they walk along?

Short Problems

Stage: 3 and 4 Challenge Level: Challenge Level:1

A collection of short Stage 3 and 4 problems on vectors.

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