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position vector
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vector representing the position of a point with respect to a given origin and axes
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A position vector is a mathematical tool that describes where a point is located in space by measuring its distance and direction from a fixed starting point called the origin. It's useful because it provides a precise, standardized way to specify locations and track how objects move in physics, engineering, and other fields.
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