WAEC Further Mathematics 2017 Question 33

Question 33

Vectors

Given that a = 5i + 4j and b = 3i + 7j, evaluate (3a − 8b).

  1. A.9i + 44j
  2. B.−9i + 44j
  3. C.−9i − 44j
  4. D.9i − 44j
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (−9i − 44j)

Explanation

3a − 8b = (15 − 24)i + (12 − 56)j = −9i − 44j.