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Physics Chapter 1 (Topic 10 : Vector at right angled)
Determine, by calculation or graphically, the resultant of two vectors at right angles?
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When two vectors act at right angles, the resultant is found using:
Reasoning: Right-angle vectors form a perpendicular triangle, so Pythagoras theorem applies.
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If two vectors 3 N and 4 N act at right angles, the resultant is:
Reasoning: = 5
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The angle between two perpendicular vectors is:
Reasoning: Right angle means 90°.
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A 6 N force east and 8 N force north act together. Resultant is:
Reasoning: = 10
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Which method is used to represent vector addition graphically?
Reasoning: Vectors are added by placing head-to-tail.
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In graphical method, resultant vector is drawn from:
Reasoning: Resultant connects start to final point.
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If two equal vectors act at right angles, resultant is:
Reasoning: R = = A
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A 5 N force east and 12 N force north act together. Resultant is:
Reasoning: = = 13
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The resultant of two perpendicular vectors is always:
Reasoning: Pythagoras theorem ensures increase in magnitude.
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If resultant of 3 N and 4 N vectors is 5 N, the angle between them is:
Reasoning: 3 - 4 - 5 triangle confirms right angle.
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Which is correct for right-angle vector addition?
Reasoning: Triangle law is used.
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A vector diagram shows two perpendicular arrows. What shape do they form?
Reasoning: Perpendicular vectors form a right triangle.
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If one vector is 0, resultant of perpendicular vectors is:
Reasoning: Zero vector has no effect.
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A 9 N and 12 N force act at right angles. Resultant is:
Reasoning: = = 15
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In vector addition, direction of resultant is found using:
Reasoning: Direction uses angle calculation.
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The resultant vector direction depends on:
Reasoning: Both components influence direction.
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Which formula is correct for right-angle resultant?
Reasoning: Pythagoras theorem applies.
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If resultant is 0, vectors must be:
Reasoning: Only opposite equal vectors cancel.
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Which quantity can be solved using vector addition at right angles?
Reasoning: Displacement is vector.
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A boat moves 4 m east and 3 m north. Resultant displacement is:
Reasoning: = = 5
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Which method gives both magnitude and direction of resultant?
Reasoning: Graphical method shows direction.
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Why is Pythagoras theorem used here?
Reasoning: Right-angle triangle is formed.
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If vectors are perpendicular, cosine rule becomes:
Reasoning: Cos 90° = 0 simplifies formula.
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Which is a real-life example of perpendicular vectors?
Reasoning: Two perpendicular directions.
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In graphical method, accuracy depends on:
Reasoning: Proper scale ensures correct result.
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If vectors are 0° apart, resultant is:
Reasoning: Same direction → direct addition
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If vectors are 180° apart, resultant is:
Reasoning: Opposite directions subtract.
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Which statement is correct?
Reasoning: Geometric method applies.
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Resultant of perpendicular vectors is always:
Reasoning: Lies between extremes.
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Which is correct representation in graph?
Reasoning: Perpendicular vectors form triangle.
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If 8 N and 15 N are perpendicular, resultant is:
Reasoning: = = 17
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Which is NOT needed in vector graphical method?
Reasoning: Mass is irrelevant.
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Direction of resultant is found using:
Reasoning: tan θ = opposite / adjacent
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Why is vector addition important in physics?
Reasoning: Many physical quantities are vectors.
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Which is correct conclusion?
Reasoning: Geometric method is essential.
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