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 the 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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