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What is the magnitude and direction of the acceleration of a 5 kg body acted upon by two perpendicular forces of 8 N and 6 N?

Options

  1. A2 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 8 N force.
  2. B2 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 6 N force.
  3. C10 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 8 N force.
  4. D10 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 6 N force.

Correct answer

A. 2 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 8 N force.

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) 2 m/s² directed at 37 ° of the 8 N force.

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