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PHY 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

Question

Three forces F₁, F₂ and F₃, are acting on a block as shown below. Find the resultant force in unit vector notation.
Options
A 6.5i + 7.0j
Correct Answer
B 5.0i + 3.5j
C 6.5i - 7.0j
D 7.0i + 6.5j
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Based on vector addition of the three forces shown in the diagram (which cannot be reproduced here), the resultant force is 6.5i + 7.0j.

Hint

Add the x-components together and y-components together.

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