An object is pulled due south by a force ( F₁ ) of 5N and due east by a force ( F₂ ) of 12N. Find the direction and magnitude of the resultant force.
a) Magnitude: 13N, Direction: Southeast
b) Magnitude: 13N, Direction: Northwest
c) Magnitude: 17N, Direction: Southeast
d) Magnitude: 17N, Direction: Northwest