Question: Two vectors have lengths A = |A(vector)| = 12 m and B - |B(vector)| - 17 m, but their directions are unknown. (a) What are

Two vectors have lengths A = |A(vector)| = 12 m and B - |B(vector)| - 17 m, but their directions are unknown. 

(a) What are the maximum and minimum possible values of A(vector) + B(vector)? 

(b) What are the maximum and minimum values of A(vector) - B(vector)?

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