Let x be the magnitude of the first force (and the larger force).
Let y be the magnitude of the second force.
Greatest resultant happens when they act in the same direction:
x + y = 29
Least resultant happens when they act in opposite directions:
x - y = 3
Solve this system of equations for x and y.
Use Pythagorean Theorem to find magnitude of resultant for right angle scenario.
Use trig to find direction of resultant w.r.t. force x.
The greatest and least resultant of two forces acting at a point is 29 kgwt and 5 kgwt respectively.If each force is increased by 3 kgwt.Find the resultant of the two new forces when acting at right angles to each other?
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