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QWhat is the definition of resultant force?

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  • A The combined effect of multiple forces acting on a body ✔ ✖
  • B The force required to bring a body to equilibrium ✔ ✖
  • C The force required to overcome friction ✔ ✖
  • D The force required to lift an object ✔ ✖
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When several forces act simultaneously on the same body, then the combined effect of the multiple forces can be represented by a single force, which is termed as ‘resultant force’.

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