A force, , of magnitude 2.0 N and directed due east is exerted on an object. A second force exerted on the object is = 2.0 N, due north. What is the magnitude and direction of a third force, , which must be exerted on the object so that the resultant force is zero?
A)1.4 N, 45° north of east
B)1.4 N, 45° south of west
C)2.8 N, 45° north of east
D)2.8 N, 45° south of west
E)4.0 N, 45° east of north

Question

A force,  , of magnitude 2.0 N and directed due east is exerted on an object. A second force exerted on the object is  = 2.0 N, due north. What is the magnitude and direction of a third force,  , which must be exerted on the object so that the resultant force is zero?
A)1.4 N, 45° north of east 
B)1.4 N, 45° south of west 
C)2.8 N, 45° north of east 
D)2.8 N, 45° south of west 
E)4.0 N, 45° east of north

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The Answer of A force,  , of magnitude 2.0 N and directed due east is exerted on an object. A second force exerted on the object is  = 2.0 N, due north. What is the magnitude and direction of a third force,  , which must be exerted on the object so that the resultant force is zero?
A)1.4 N, 45° north of east 
B)1.4 N, 45° south of west 
C)2.8 N, 45° north of east 
D)2.8 N, 45° south of west 
E)4.0 N, 45° east of north

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