How to Multiply a Vector by a Scalar

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You have learned that vectors have a magnitude and a direction. You have learned how to translate using a vector and how to add and subtract vectors. It is now time to examine how to multiply vectors by a scalar. What will the column vector look like when the magnitude of the vector becomes three times as big? Do not skip the following videos thinking you already understand it. It is important to have a deep understanding of this IGCSE GCSE maths topic and the maths videos only last a short amount of time anyway. Investing a couple of minutes of your time now will help you on your IGCSE GCSE maths exam papers.

Solving Example Questions Multiplying Vectors

Now you know how to multiply a vector by a scalar it is time to try some example questions. So start the maths videos below, pause them and answer the questions yourself before looking at my solutions and answers. That is the best way to prepare yourself to pass your next maths exam. Good luck!

Solving a Past Paper Question about Vectors and Simultaneous Equations

One of you asked for my help on the forum of this website to solve and explain this Past Paper Maths Exam Question involving Vectors. Study the next video during your own maths revision and ask me for help on the forum if you don't understand vectors.

Example Maths Questions Multiplying Vectors by a Scalar

Once you have examined the previous maths activities, it is time to try to answer some maths questions yourself. I have created this FREE worksheet for you which tests whether you truly understand vectors and how to multiply them by a scalar. On the second page of the maths worksheet you will find the answers. You can also download and print this FREE maths worksheet at the bottom of this page so you can finish it for your maths revision at your convenience. Please share my resources with your friends or direct them to my site.

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Did you study all the maths activities and understand how to carry out translations, add and subtract vectors and multiply them by a scalar? Do you want to find out more? Then follow the links and learn how to calculate the magnitude of a vector. I will explain step by step how to find the magnitude of a vector and you will understand for the rest of your live!

How to calculate the Magnitude of a Vector

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