Parallelogram Law of Forces states, "if two forces acting simultaneously on a particle be represented in magnitude and direction by two adjacent sides of a parallelogram, their resultant may be represented in magnitude and direction by_____.

A)
its longer side
B)
its shorter side
C)
the diagonal of the parallelogram which passes through the point of intersection of the forces
D)
the diagonal of the parallelogram which does not pass through the point of intersection of the forces

Correct Answer :   the diagonal of the parallelogram which passes through the point of intersection of the forces

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moon
D)
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If two equal forces of magnitude P act at an angle θ, their resultant, will be____.
A)
P sin θ/2
B)
P cos θ/2
C)
2P sin θ/2
D)
2P cos θ/2

Correct Answer : Option (D) :   2P cos θ/2

Two parallel forces 20 kg and 15 kg act. In order that the distance of the resultant from 20 kg force may be the same as that of the former resultant was from 15 kg, the 20 kg force is diminished by___.
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4.5 kg
B)
5.5 kg
C)
6.25 kg
D)
8.75 kg

Correct Answer : Option (D) :   8.75 kg

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