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A vector has magnitude and direction (i) Does it have a location in the space ? (ii) Can it vary with time ? (iii) Will two equal vectors ` vec a` and `vec b` different locations in space necessarily have identical physical effects ? Give examples in support of your answer.

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To solve the question, we will break it down into three parts as specified in the question. ### Solution: **Part (i): Does a vector have a location in space?** A vector is defined by its magnitude and direction. However, it does not have a specific location in space. This is because two vectors can have the same magnitude and direction but can be positioned at different points in space. For example, a vector representing a force of 5 N acting to the right can be applied at different locations, such as at point A or point B. Therefore, we conclude that a vector does not have a fixed location in space. ...
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