A particle subjected to a number of forces will be in equilibrium if:
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sum of resolved parts in any two directions at right angles are both zero
algebraic sum of forces is zero
two resolved parts in any two directions at right angles are equal
algebraic sum of moments of forces about the point is zero
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A. sum of resolved parts in any two directions at right angles are both zero
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For a concurrent-force particle, equilibrium requires zero resultant, which is checked by resolving in two perpendicular directions
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