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Determine $R$ and $\alpha$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Forces and equilibrium
Forces and equilibrium — practice question
Three coplanar forces with magnitudes $50\,\text{N}$, $60\,\text{N}$ and $100\,\text{N}$ are applied at one point. Their combined effect is a resultant force of magnitude $R\,\text{N}$. The force directions are indicated in the diagram.
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