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17. A vector has components 8 m horizontally and -6 m vertically. Its magnitude is

A. 2 m
B. 10 m
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C. 14 m
D. 48 m

📝 Explanation

(V=sqrt{8^2+(-6)^2}=10) m.

📖 Additional Information

  • 2 m
  • 10 m
  • 14 m
  • 48 m

(V=sqrt{8^2+(-6)^2}=10) m.

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