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What is the SI unit of force?

A

So corresponding components can be added as signed quantities.

B

8cos⁡120∘=−4 N8\cos120^\circ=-4\text{ N}8cos120∘=−4 N.

C

The newton (N).

D

For a force FFF at angle θ\thetaθ above the positive horizontal, Fx=F_x=Fx​= Fcos⁡θ\boxed{F\cos\theta}Fcosθ​ and Fy=F_y=Fy​= Fsin⁡θF\sin\thetaFsinθ.

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3.3.16 Resultant forces and components (A-level only) Flashcards

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24 flashcards on OCR A Level Maths 3.3.16 Resultant forces and components (A-level only): the key formulae, methods and definitions you need to recall for Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3.

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