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The resultant of two forces 12N and 5N is 13N. What is the angle between the two forces?

The resultant of two forces 12N and 5N is 13N. What is the angle between the two forces?
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  • A 0o
  • B 45o
  • C 90o
  • D 180o
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:

R2 - P2 + Q2 = 122 + 52

= 144 + 25 = 169

∴R = √169 = 13N

∴ angle between the forces is 90o

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