Three Men Are Trying to Hold a Ferocious Lion Still

question 17

Essay

Three men are trying to hold a ferocious lion still for the veterinarian.The lion, in the center, is wearing a collar with three ropes attached to it and each man has hold of a rope.Charlie is pulling in the direction N 60° W with a force of 380 pounds and Sam is pulling in the direction N 44° E with a force of 400 pounds.
What is the direction and magnitude of the force needed on the third rope to counterbalance Sam and Charlie?

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