What Determines the Net Force Acting on a Point?

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The discussion revolves around determining the net force acting on a point in a physics problem involving vector components. The user is uncertain about their friend's answer regarding the direction and magnitude of the net force, which could be north or south and either greater or less than 40N. They mention that the forces are at a 90-degree angle, complicating their ability to resolve the vectors accurately. The user is confident that the net force will be directed north but is unsure about the specific magnitude. Clarification on vector addition and component resolution is sought to arrive at the correct answer.
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Hello guys,

I just need help understanding this question for my introductory physics class...my friend gave me the answer but I am not really sure i trust him or believe in his logic he used to figure it out...please help i attached the drawing so yall can see it!

all it states is: what is the net force acting on the point...with the following answers

a. north with a force greater than 40N
b. south with a force greater than 40 N
c.north with a force less than 40 N
d. south with a force less than 40N

thank you so much~
 

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I think it's still pending approval...so if u can come back later and look at it..I would really appreciate it :)
 
What do you think so far. This is basically all to do with resolving components of forces. Have you come across that before?
 
Well at first i was planning to add the the vectors to get the resultant force but i noticed it was at a 90 degree angle and didnt know if i was allowed to...but i know for sure the force will be north but as far as less or more I am still a little stumped...
 
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