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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Two forces of 100 N act at 170° and 50°. The resultant force is:
Options
A 200 N at 110°
B 100 N at 110°
Correct Answer
C 0 N
D 100 N at 10°
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The forces are 120° apart, producing a resultant equal to one force directed midway between them.

Hint

Use vector addition with cosine rule.

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