Vector-valued functions
Definition
Vector-valued functions are functions that output vectors instead of scalars. They take in a parameter (usually denoted as t) and produce a vector with multiple components.
Related terms
Parametric equations: Equations that express variables in terms of one or more parameters.
Velocity vector: A vector that represents an object's speed and direction of motion.
Acceleration vector: A vector that represents how an object's velocity changes over time.
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Study guides (1)
AP Calculus AB/BC - 9.5 Integrating Vector-Valued Functions
Additional resources (2)
AP Calculus AB/BC - AP Calculus Multiple Choice Questions
AP Calculus AB/BC - AP Calculus AB/BC Multiple Choice Help (MCQ)
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