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The below figure shows the two equal forces at right angles acting at a point. The value of force ‘R’ acting along their bisector and in opposite direction is
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A. $$\frac{{\text{P}}}{2}$$

B. 2P

C. $$\sqrt 2 \,{\text{P}}$$

D. $$\frac{{\text{P}}}{{\sqrt 2 }}$$

Answer: Option C


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