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A position vector is a mathematical object used in physics and engineering to represent the location of a point in space relative to an origin. It is typically depicted as an arrow originating from the origin and terminating at the point in question. In a Cartesian coordinate system, a position vector can be expressed using its components along each axis. For example, in three-dimensional space, a point P with coordinates (x, y, z) would have a position vector represented as r = (x, y, z) or in terms of unit vectors, r = xî + yĵ + zk. The magnitude of the position vector, often denoted as |r|, represents the distance from the origin to the point. The direction of the position vector indicates the orientation of the point with respect to the origin. Position vectors are fundamental in describing motion, forces, and fields. They are used to define displacement, velocity, and acceleration, all of which are vector quantities that depend on changes in position over time. Understanding position vectors is crucial for solving problems involving kinematics, dynamics, and electromagnetism.