Use the parallelogram rule to find the magnitude of the resultant force for the two forces shown in the figure. Round to
one decimal place.
-A force of $24 \mathrm { lb }$ is required to hold a $61 \mathrm { lb }$ toolbox on an incline. What angle does the incline make with the horizontal?
A) $23.2 ^ { \circ }$
B) $66.8 ^ { \circ }$
C) $78.7 ^ { \circ }$
D) $11.3 ^ { \circ }$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The angle of the incline can be found using the sine function: $\sin(\theta) = \frac{24}{61}$. Solving for $\theta$, we get $\theta \approx 23.2^\circ$.

Use the Parallelogram Rule to Find the Magnitude of the Resultant