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Vector Sum

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The vector sum is the result of adding two or more vectors together using vector addition. It represents both magnitude and direction.

AP course connection

Topic 5.2: 5.2 Representations of Changes in Momentum

Unit 5

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