Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Scalars and vectors

Scalars and vectors — practice question

As illustrated, two tugs are pulling an oil rig. The tensions in the towing cables are $4.0\,\text{kN}$ and $5.0\,\text{kN}$. What is the resultant force on the rig from the cables, measured in the eastward direction?

  • A$3.1\,\text{kN}$
  • B$5.2\,\text{kN}$
  • C$7.0\,\text{kN}$
  • D$7.3\,\text{kN}$

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