Q8 of 138 Page 24

If and are unit vectors inclined at an angle then prove that

Given Data: Two unit vectors inclined at an angle θ


Proof:


Since vectors are unit vectors



Now,





= 1+1+2×1×1×cosθ


= 2 + 2cosθ


= 2(1 + cosθ)









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