Solve the problem.
-One rope pulls a barge directly east with a force of 77 N, and another rope pulls the barge directly north with a force of 44 N. Find the magnitude of the resultant force acting on the barge. Round to the nearest Newton.
A) 33 N
B) 3400 N
C) 121 N
D) 89 N

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The resultant force can be found using the Pythagorean theorem: √(77² + 44²) ≈ 89 N.

Solve the Problem. -One Rope Pulls a Barge Directly East with a Force