Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11823-072-8
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Chapter 12 - Equilibrium and Elasticity - Problems - Page 345: 4

Answer

The angle is $120^{\circ}$

Work Step by Step

The force exerted by each half of the string against the archer must be $F/2$. Since the net force is $F$, the force perpendicular to the archer's applied force must be $\frac{F\sqrt 3}{2}$. Since the string elongates in the direction of the net force and the forces here form a t30-60-90 triangle with the $60^{\circ}$ angle at the archer's hand, the answer desired is $2*60 = 120$.
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