We are given a regular hexagon $ABCDEF$. We are given that $\vec{AB} = p$ and $\vec{BC} = q$. We need to find the vectors $\vec{CD}$, $\vec{DE}$, $\vec{EF}$, $\vec{FA}$, $\vec{AD}$, $\vec{EA}$ and $\vec{AC}$ in terms of $p$ and $q$.
2025/3/30
1. Problem Description
We are given a regular hexagon . We are given that and . We need to find the vectors , , , , , and in terms of and .
2. Solution Steps
In a regular hexagon, all sides are of equal length and all interior angles are equal to 120 degrees. We know that and .
Since it is a regular hexagon, we have . Also, the angle between and is 120 degrees.
: Since it is a regular hexagon, will have the same length as and and its direction makes an angle of 120 degrees with . Hence, .
: The vector has the same length as but points in the opposite direction. Hence, .
: The vector is parallel to but in the opposite direction. Thus, .
: is parallel to but in the opposite direction. Thus, .
: In a regular hexagon, the distance between opposite vertices is twice the length of a side. Also is parallel to . Therefore, .
: . We know and . Thus, .
Alternatively, . Also .
Thus, .
Since the hexagon is regular, consider the center . We have . Thus, . . Also, . Also, . Then and .
: .