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8. A vector of magnitude 15 m makes an angle of 90° with the x-axis. Its x-component is

A. 15 m
B. 7.5 m
C. 0 m
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D. -15 m

📝 Explanation

(V_x=Vcos90^circ=0).

📖 Additional Information

  • 15 m
  • 7.5 m
  • 0 m
  • -15 m

(V_x=Vcos90^circ=0).

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