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14. A resultant vector has (R_x=0) and (R_y=-12) N. Its direction is

A. Positive x-axis
B. Positive y-axis
C. Negative x-axis
D. Negative y-axis
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📝 Explanation

The zero x-component makes the vector vertical. The negative y-component means downward.

📖 Additional Information

  • Positive x-axis
  • Positive y-axis
  • Negative x-axis
  • Negative y-axis

The zero x-component makes the vector vertical. The negative y-component means downward.

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