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Question 42
The maximum and minimum resultants of two forces are in the ratio 7:2. The forces are in the ratio A7) 7:2
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Answer 1

Answer:

Let the two forces be F1 and F2.

Then Rmax = F1+F2

and Rmin = F1-F2

So, ATQ, (F1+F2)/(F1-F2) = 7/2

=> 2F1+2F2= 7F1-7F2

=> 5F1=9F2

=> F1/F2 = 9/5

The required ratio is 9:5