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Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2023 · Paper 12 · Question 13

9702Equilibrium of forces

The diagram shows an experiment to determine the force exerted on a ball by a horizontal air flow. The ball is suspended by a light string and weighs 0.15 N. The deflection of the string from vertical is 30°. The ball is in equilibrium. What is the force on the ball from the air flow?

  1. A0.075 N
  2. B0.087 N
  3. C0.26 N
  4. D0.30 N

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Correct answer: B. 0.087 N

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