The sum of two forces acting at a point is $16\, N.$ If the resultant force is $8\, N$ and its direction is perpendicular to minimum force then the forces are

  • A

    $6\, N$ and $10\, N$

  • B

    $8\, N$ and $ 8\, N$

  • C

    $4\, N$ and $12\, N$

  • D

    $2\, N$ and $14 \,N$

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