Name the principle behind component-wise addition of forces Statement: "The algebraic sum of the resolved parts of several forces along a given direction equals the resolved part of their resultant along the same direction." Identify the named principle.

Concept/ApproachThe principle of resolution of forces states that the components of vectors add: the sum of components of individual forces along any axis equals the component of their vector sum (resultant) along that axis.

Why others are wrongIndependence of forces concerns motion in perpendicular directions.Transmissibility permits moving a force along its line of action without changing external effects.

Final Answerprinciple of resolution of forces