A trolley that moves along a horizontal beam is acted upon by two forces as shown. Knowing that a = 25°, determine by trigonometry the magnitude of the force P so that the resultant force exerted on the trolley is vertical. 15° 1600 N

A trolley that moves along a horizontal beam is acted upon by two forces as shown. Knowing that a = 25°, determine by trigonometry the magnitude of the force P so that the resultant force exerted on the trolley is vertical. 15° 1600 N

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Chapter3: Vectors

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A trolley that moves along a horizontal
beam is acted upon by two forces as
shown. Knowing that a = 25°, determine
by trigonometry the magnitude of the
force P so that the resultant force
exerted on the trolley is vertical. *
15°
1600 N

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