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Resolving Forces

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Question 1

Two forces P and Q act on a particle. The force P has magnitude 7 N and acts due north. The resultant of P and Q is a force of magnitude 10 N acting in a direction with bearing 120∘120^\circ120∘.

i.

Find the magnitude of Q.

[4]
ii.

Find the direction of Q, giving your answer as a bearing.

[5]

Resolving Forces Questions

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Practise Edexcel A Level Old Maths Resolving Forces with exam-style questions for A Level Old Maths. 1 question, matched to the Edexcel A Level Old Maths (9371) specification and written in Unit exams C1, C2, C3 and C4 plus two applied units (e.g. S1 and M1) style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.

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