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6. A force of 10 N acts at 60° to the positive x-axis. Its x-component is

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

📝 Explanation

(F_x=Fcos60^circ=10(0.5)=5) N.

📖 Additional Information

  • 10 N
  • 8.66 N
  • 5 N
  • 0 N

(F_x=Fcos60^circ=10(0.5)=5) N.

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