The position vectors for points A and B are 2i + 5j + 3k and 4i – 7j + 3k respectively. Express vectors AB in...

The position vectors for points A and B are 2i + 5j + 3k and 4i – 7j + 3k respectively. Express vectors AB in terms of unit vectors i, j and k. Hence find the length of AB leaving your answer in simplified surd form.

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sharon kalunda answered the question on August 23, 2019 at 13:21

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