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Can two vectors of different magnitude be combined to give a zero resultant ? Can three vectors ?

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To determine whether two vectors of different magnitudes can combine to give a zero resultant, and whether three vectors can do the same, we can analyze the situation mathematically and geometrically. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Vectors**: - A vector has both magnitude and direction. For two vectors to combine to give a zero resultant, they must cancel each other out. 2. **Combining Two Vectors**: ...
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