Two forces of magnitude $8 \,N$ and $15 \,N$ respectively act at a point. If the resultant force is $17 \,N$, the angle between the forces has to be .......

  • A

    $60$

  • B

    $45$

  • C

    $90$

  • D

    $30$

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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