Solve the problem.Two forces of magnitude 25 pounds and 40 pounds act on an object. The force of 40 lb acts along the positive x-axis, and the force of 25 lb acts at an angle of 80° with the positive x-axis. Find the direction and magnitude of the resultant force. Round the direction and magnitude to the nearest whole number.

A. Direction: 29°; magnitude: 51 lb
B. Direction: 40°; magnitude: 47 lb
C. Direction: 4°; magnitude: 65 lb
D. Direction: 51°; magnitude: 51 lb


Answer: A

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