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Find m for the vectors to be perpendicular.

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Revisit first: Operations on plane vectors

TOPIC 01

Basis theorem and coordinate representation

Build understanding of basis theorem and coordinate representation through definitions, contrasting cases and justified applications.

What you will be able to explain

  • Connect geometric and algebraic forms of basis theorem and coordinate representation.
  • Connect representations and justify the steps, including boundary cases.
  • Explain a solution and apply the idea to a changed situation.

Try it. Leave your reasoning visible.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Foundation#Your turn

Find m for the vectors to be perpendicular.

a=(1,3),b=(m,2)\mathbf a=(1,3),\quad\mathbf b=(m,2)
  • Use the domain, units and sampling assumptions stated in the question.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Use a nonparallel basis or Cartesian coordinates and solve component equations.
Hint 2
Set the dot product equal to zero.
Worked solution
  1. Use a nonparallel basis or Cartesian coordinates and solve component equations.

  2. Calculate or simplify this relation.

    m+2(3)=0⇒m=−6m+2(3)=0\Rightarrow m=-6
  3. Both vectors remain nonzero for the stated coordinates.

The requested value is -6.

Checks and common pitfalls: Both vectors remain nonzero for the stated coordinates.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Focus on one question

Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • What must be true before using the main rule for basis theorem and coordinate representation?
  • Which representation makes this task easier, and why?
  • Change one assumption. Does the conclusion survive?

Board plan

  • Connect geometric and algebraic forms of basis theorem and coordinate representation.
  • Basis: Two nonparallel vectors represent every plane vector uniquely.
  • Coordinate tests: Use scalar multiples for parallelism and zero dot product for perpendicular nonzero vectors.
  • Close with: conditions → representation → reasoning → check.

Anticipated thinking

  • Expected reasoning: Two nonparallel vectors represent every plane vector uniquely.
  • Expected reasoning: Use scalar multiples for parallelism and zero dot product for perpendicular nonzero vectors.
  • Expected correction: Parallel basis candidates do not span the whole plane.

Assessment checklist

  • 1: identify the givens and required quantity.
  • 1: choose a valid definition, representation or method.
  • 1: present connected, correct reasoning.
  • 1: check conditions and explain the result.

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