Waec Model Questions Vol1 2020 Physics Question 2

Practice practical question 2 from the 2020 Waec Model Questions Vol1 Physics examination. This question covers Scalars and Vectors .

Waec Model Questions Vol1 2020 Physics Practical

Topic: Scalars and Vectors

Question 2 WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1 • 2020 • PHYSICS • practical

A force table is used to determine the resultant of two forces acting on a small wooden block. The forces applied are: - Force A: 5.0 N directed due east. - Force B: 8.0 N directed 60° north of east. The resultant force measured directly on the table is 10.2 N at 53° north of east. Using the given data, answer the following:

Question Parts

( a )

Resolve each force into its east (x) and north (y) components (in newtons).

( b )

Obtain the resultant components by adding the corresponding components of Forces A and B.

( c )

Calculate the magnitude and direction (angle north of east) of the resultant from the components obtained in part (b).

( d )

Compare the calculated resultant with the directly measured resultant. State the percentage error in magnitude and the absolute error in direction.

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The question covers Scalars and Vectors .

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