Finding the resultant and eq. for 3 vector on one point

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To find the resultant of the three vectors, start by determining their components along the x and y axes using trigonometric functions. For each vector, calculate Ax and Ay, where Ax = A * cos(θ) and Ay = A * sin(θ). Sum the x-components (ΣFx) and y-components (ΣFy) to find the overall resultant vector. Finally, use the Pythagorean theorem to calculate the magnitude of the resultant and trigonometry to find its direction. This method will help clarify the concepts needed for the quiz.
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I need help with this homework problem.
1st vector: 80 N & 180 degree
2nd vector: 40 N & 145 degree
3rd vector: 50 N & -50 degree

And I need to find the resultant and the Eq. Where do I start and how do I do it please include answer as I'm confuse and I have a quiz on this soon. thanks


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Hi needhelp 1, welcome to PF.
Do you know how to find the components of a vector along x and y axis?
If you know find the components and find ΣFx and ΣFy. Then find the resultant.
 
Thx for the quick reply! Can you guild me through? I don't understand this chapter. I was sick during the week due to a bad flu.
 
If A is a vector which makes an angle θ with the x axis, what is Ax and Ay?
 

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