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Projectile Motion

Question 7 • [HSPHY] Physics Sem 1 (26-27)

Which equation represents the Pythagorean theorem, which can be used to find the magnitude of resultant vectors?

Answer
A
R = A + B
B
R = A x B
C
R2 = A2 x B2
D
R2 = A2 + B2

Explanation

The Pythagorean theorem says that for perpendicular sides A and B, the square of the hypotenuse R equals the sum of their squares: R² = A² + B². This is used to find the magnitude of a resultant vector when its components are perpendicular. Choice D gives that equation.

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