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9. Two perpendicular forces of 12 N and 5 N act on an object. Their resultant magnitude is

A. 7 N
B. 12 N
C. 13 N
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D. 17 N

📝 Explanation

(R=sqrt{12^2+5^2}=13) N.

📖 Additional Information

  • 7 N
  • 12 N
  • 13 N
  • 17 N

(R=sqrt{12^2+5^2}=13) N.

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