Examveda
Examveda

If two forces are in equilibrium, then the forces must
(i) Be equal in magnitude
(ii) Be opposite in sense
(iii) Act along the same line

A. (i) and (ii)

B. (i) and (iii)

C. Only (i)

D. All (i), (ii) and (iii)

Answer: Option D


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