Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Scalars and vectors

Scalars and vectors — practice question

A force of $5.0\,\text{N}$ acts on a ball towards due north, and a second force of $3.0\,\text{N}$ acts on it towards due east. What is the magnitude of the resultant force on the ball?

  • A$2.8\,\text{N}$
  • B$4.0\,\text{N}$
  • C$5.8\,\text{N}$
  • D$8.0\,\text{N}$

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