Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Forces and equilibrium
Forces and equilibrium — practice question
Four coplanar forces of magnitudes $20\text{ N}$, $P\text{ N}$, $3P\text{ N}$ and $4P\text{ N}$ act at a point in the directions shown in the diagram. The system remains in equilibrium.
(main)[6]
Find the values of $P$ and $\theta$.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Resolving along either direction” …