Finding magnitude & direction in equillibrium

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An object in equilibrium experiences three forces, with a 28-N force at 90° and a 65-N force at 60°. To find the magnitude and direction of the third force, the net force must equal 0N in all directions. This means that the vector sum of the forces must balance out. Understanding that the object is not accelerating is crucial for solving the problem. The discussion emphasizes the importance of equilibrium in determining the unknown force.
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An object in equilibrium has three forces exerted on it. A 28-N force acts at 90°, and a 65-N force acts at 60°. What is the magnitude and direction of the third force?

I HAVE NO IDEA HOW TO DO THIS...
PLEASE HELP!
 
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If the object is in equilibrium, its not accelerating in any of the referred/assumed directions. The net force should sum to 0N in all such directions.
 
Gear300 said:
If the object is in equilibrium, its not accelerating in any of the referred/assumed directions. The net force should sum to 0N in all such directions.

thank you so much!
that was exactly what I needed to know
 

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