The Figure Shows Two Forces,each of Magnitude 4

question 93

Multiple Choice

The figure shows two forces,each of magnitude 4.6 N,acting on an object.The angle between these forces is 40°,and they make equal angles above and below the horizontal.What third force will cause the object to be in equilibrium (acceleration equals zero) ?

• A) 8.6 N pointing to the right
• B) 7.0 N pointing to the right
• C) 4.3 N pointing to the right
• D) 3.5 N pointing to the right

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