Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 2 - Think and Rank - Page 36: 35

Answer

B, A, C.

Work Step by Step

Using the parallelogram rule (page 29), the diagonal of the parallelogram formed by the two forces is the resultant (net) force. It is important to places the vectors "tip to tail" to form the parallelogram. Situation B yields the longest diagonal, followed by A, and then C.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.

GradeSaver will pay $15 for your literature essays
GradeSaver will pay $25 for your college application essays
GradeSaver will pay $50 for your graduate school essays – Law, Business, or Medical
GradeSaver will pay $10 for your Community Note contributions
GradeSaver will pay $500 for your Textbook Answer contributions