The maximum and minimum magnitude of resultant forces is 1000 N and 50...
Given:- Maximum magnitude of resultant forces = 1000 N
- Minimum magnitude of resultant forces = 500 N
Determination of the Forces
To determine the values of the two forces acting on the point, we can use the concept of vector addition. The resultant force is the vector sum of the two forces.
Let's assume the two forces as F1 and F2, and the resultant force as R.
Determining the Maximum Magnitude of Resultant Force
To find the maximum magnitude of the resultant force, we need to consider the forces in the same direction. In this case, both forces should act in the same direction to give the maximum magnitude.
When both forces act in the same direction, the maximum magnitude of the resultant force is the sum of the magnitudes of the two forces.
Therefore, F1 + F2 = 1000 N
Determining the Minimum Magnitude of Resultant Force
To find the minimum magnitude of the resultant force, we need to consider the forces in opposite directions. In this case, both forces should act in opposite directions to give the minimum magnitude.
When both forces act in opposite directions, the minimum magnitude of the resultant force is the difference between the magnitudes of the two forces.
Therefore, F1 - F2 = 500 N
Solving the Equations
We have two equations:
1) F1 + F2 = 1000 N
2) F1 - F2 = 500 N
We can solve these equations simultaneously to determine the values of F1 and F2.
Adding both equations, we get:
2F1 = 1500 N
Dividing by 2, we find:
F1 = 750 N
Substituting the value of F1 in equation 1, we can solve for F2:
750 N + F2 = 1000 N
F2 = 1000 N - 750 N
F2 = 250 N
Therefore, the values of the two forces acting on the point are:
F1 = 750 N
F2 = 250 N
The correct answer is option 'D' (250 N, 750 N).