Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The acceleration vector represents the rate at which an object's velocity is changing over time. It includes both the magnitude (how fast the object is accelerating) and direction of acceleration.
The velocity vector represents the rate at which an object's position is changing over time. It includes both the magnitude (speed) and direction of motion.
Displacement Vector: The displacement vector represents the change in position of an object from its initial point to its final point. It includes both magnitude (distance) and direction.
Force Vector: The force vector represents a push or pull acting on an object, causing it to accelerate. It includes both magnitude (strength) and direction of force.