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Physics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2020 · Paper 11 · Question 14

9702Equilibrium of forces

Four combinations of vectors are shown, each representing all the forces acting on an object. The forces all act in the same plane. The object is in equilibrium. Which combination of vectors could represent the forces acting on the object?

  1. Atriangle of vectors forming a closed loop
  2. Bthree vectors not forming a closed loop
  3. Cthree vectors not forming a closed loop
  4. Dthree vectors not forming a closed loop

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Correct answer: D. three vectors not forming a closed loop

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