Vectors Finding the Direction

Learn how to find the Direction of a Vector also known as the angle the vector makes with the horizontal in this free math video tutorial by Mario's Math Tutoring.

0:04 What is the Direction of a Vector
0:46 Using Tangent Inverse to Find the Angle the Vector Makes with the Horizontal
1:39 Formula for Finding the Direction of a Vector

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[Brenners]

Hi there, I'm just wondering when you talk about the direction of the Vector are you talking about the angle? In other words you use the words "angle" and "direction" interchangeably?

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[ace_of_john_warrior]

your video is great and clear, but it only works in a special case when the vector points towards the top right.