Finding the angle for force component

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The discussion focuses on calculating the Fx' and Fy components of a force vector F, which is 360 N, at an angle of -60 degrees relative to the X-axis, with a rotation of the axes by 10 degrees. The participant is utilizing the Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and the Law of Parallelograms for Vectors to solve the problem. The main challenge is determining the angle Phi, which is necessary for resolving the force components accurately. The participant seeks clarification on the definitions and orientations of the axes involved in the problem.

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Homework Statement



Find the Fx' and Fy components of the given force, given that y' is 10 degrees, there is a 60 degree angle between F and X in the negative direction, and F = 360 N. Use only the Law of Sines, Law of Cosines and Law of Parallelograms.

Homework Equations



Sin a / A = Sin b / B

C^2 = A^2 + B^2 - 2 AB Cos c

Law of Parallelograms for Vectors

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I've found so far a nice triangle, the one that covers the positive X axis, but I am having trouble finding Phi (which is supposed to be 10). If I can find Phi, I can solve for the components, which I know how to do. Problem is, I'm not told x' and y' are perpendicular, so I can solve using 90 degrees, or anything. I just have the 30 degrees on the bottom, and the 60 + Phi on the top left, but I'm missing the top right. Any tips on finding Phi?

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Could you give the exact statement of the original problem? I suppose the black lines are perpendicular x and y axes, but you haven't labeled them. And you haven't said what x' and y' are nor are they labeled. My guess is that they represent a rotation of the x and y axes through 10 degrees. I would also guess that you have the F vector pointed in the opposite direction if the angle between F and the x-axis is -60 degrees.

Please state the problem, word for word, from where you got it.
 

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