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11. A 10 N vector points at 30° above the positive x-axis. Its y-component is

A. 5 N
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B. 8.66 N
C. 10 N
D. 0 N

📝 Explanation

(V_y=Vsin30^circ=10(0.5)=5) N.

📖 Additional Information

  • 5 N
  • 8.66 N
  • 10 N
  • 0 N

(V_y=Vsin30^circ=10(0.5)=5) N.

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