To resolve the vector $V$ of 900 pounds at an angle of 67 degrees into its horizontal and vertical components, we can use trigonometric functions:

Given:

• $V = 900$ pounds
• Angle $\theta = 67^\circ$

Horizontal Component

The horizontal component $V_x$ can be found using: $V_x = V \cdot \cos(\theta)$ Substitute the values: $V_x = 900 \cdot \cos(67^\circ)$

Using the cosine of 67 degrees (approximately 0.3907): $V_x = 900 \cdot 0.3907 \approx 352$

So, the horizontal component, rounded to the nearest integer, is 352 pounds.

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Related Questions

1. How do we calculate the vertical component of a vector?
2. What is the significance of resolving vectors into components?
3. How does changing the angle affect the horizontal and vertical components?
4. How can vectors be used in physics problems involving forces?
5. What are some real-world applications of vector decomposition?

Tip

When resolving vectors, remember that the horizontal component uses cosine, and the vertical component uses sine of the angle with the horizontal.