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Lesson: Resolution of a Force into Two Perpendicular Directions

If a force is applied at an angle, you can resolve it to find its component that acts in the direction of motion. This lesson explains how to do so using the rules of a right triangle.

Worksheet: Resolution of a Force into Two Perpendicular Directions • 14 Questions

Q1:

A force of magnitude 190 N acts at the origin making an angle of above the -axis. Find and , its components in the and directions.

  • A,
  • B,
  • C,

Q2:

A force of magnitude 44 N acts at the origin making an angle of above the -axis. Find and , its components in the and directions.

  • A,
  • B,
  • C,

Q3:

A force of magnitude 28 N acts at the origin making an angle of above the -axis. Find and , its components in the and directions.

  • A,
  • B,
  • C,

Q4:

Resolve a force of 81 N into two perpendicular components and as shown in the figure. Give your answer correct to two decimal places.

  • A,
  • B,
  • C,
  • D,

Q5:

Resolve a force of 110 N into two perpendicular components and as shown in the figure. Give your answer correct to two decimal places.

  • A,
  • B,
  • C,
  • D,
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