NEET Physics Equilibrium of Forces MCQ Question
In the equilibrium of forces at point P, which statement is true regarding the horizontal and vertical components of the resultant force?
The horizontal and vertical components must both be equal to zero.
Only the horizontal component must be zero.
Only the vertical component must be zero.
The components can be non-zero as long as they balance each other.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
For an object to be in equilibrium, the horizontal and vertical components of the resultant force must vanish separately, meaning both must equal zero.
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