3 Questions
What is the formula for calculating resultant force?
A = F1 + F2
In which direction does the resultant force act when two forces are in the same direction?
In the same direction as the individual forces
What is the unit of resultant force?
Newton (N)
Study Notes
Resultant Force
- The formula for calculating resultant force is obtained by using the Pythagorean theorem or trigonometry.
- When two forces are in the same direction, the resultant force acts in the same direction as the individual forces.
- The unit of resultant force is typically measured in Newtons (N).
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