49. Suppose the resultant vector R is equal to the sum of vectors A and B. Which of the following statements is FALSE? * The sum of the x-components of A and B is equal to the x-component of R. The y-component of R is equal to the sum of the y-components of A and B. The magnitude of R is greater than the magnitude of A or B. O The magnitude of B can be greater than the magnitude of R.

49. Suppose the resultant vector R is equal to the sum of vectors A and B. Which of the following statements is FALSE? * The sum of the x-components of A and B is equal to the x-component of R. The y-component of R is equal to the sum of the y-components of A and B. The magnitude of R is greater than the magnitude of A or B. O The magnitude of B can be greater than the magnitude of R.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter3: Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 51PQ: The resultant vector R=2AB2C has zero magnitude. Vector A has an x component of 4.60 m and a y...

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