Answer to Question #206183 in Molecular Physics | Thermodynamics for Linda

Question

Two forces of F =⟨75/√2 ,−75/√2⟩ N and F =⟨150/√2 ,−150/√2⟩ N act on an object. Find the third force F3 that is needed to balance the first two forces. 

Answer 1

$F'=F_1+F_2=⟨\frac{225}{\sqrt 2},~-\frac{225}{\sqrt 2}⟩,$

$F_3=-F'=⟨-\frac{225}{\sqrt 2},~\frac{225}{\sqrt 2}⟩.$