Forces F→1, F→2, and F→3 act on the structure of the figure, shown in an overhead view. We wish to put the structure in equilibrium by applying a fourth force, at a point such as P. The fourth force has vector components F→h and F→v. We are given that a= 1.90 m, b = 3.27 m, c = 1.31 m, F1 = 38.1 N, F2 = 18.9 N, and F3 = 2.05 N. Find (a) magnitude of Fh, (b) magnitude of Fv, and (c) d.

Forces F→1, F→2, and F→3 act on the structure of the figure, shown in an overhead view. We wish to put the structure in equilibrium by applying a fourth force, at a point such as P. The fourth force has vector components F→h and F→v. We are given that a= 1.90 m, b = 3.27 m, c = 1.31 m, F1 = 38.1 N, F2 = 18.9 N, and F3 = 2.05 N. Find (a) magnitude of Fh, (b) magnitude of Fv, and (c) d.

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