Vector Algebra Question 300

Question: If the resultant of two forces is of magnitude P and equal to one of them and perpendicular to it, then the other force is

[MNR 1986]

Options:

A) $ P\sqrt{2} $

B) P

C) $ P\sqrt{3} $

D) None of these

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • $ |\overrightarrow{AB}|=,|Q|,=\sqrt{P^{2}+P^{2}}=P\sqrt{2} $ .