Two forces, P and Q, act perpendicular to each other. Force P has a magnitude of 50 N, while force Q is unknown. They are counteracted by a single force of 130 N. What is the magnitude of force Q?

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18 Jan 2019
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Since forces P and Q are at right angles and balanced by a force of 130 N, we use the Pythagorean theorem: sqrt(P² + Q²) = 130. Substituting P = 50, we get sqrt(50² + Q²) = 130, which simplifies to Q = 120 N.

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