The resultant of two vectors $\vec{A}$ and $\vec{B}$ is $\vec{R_1}$. If vector $\vec{B}$ is reversed,the resultant becomes $\vec{R_2}$. What is the value of $R_1^2 + R_2^2$?

  • A
    $A^2 + B^2$
  • B
    $A^2 - B^2$
  • C
    $2(A^2 + B^2)$
  • D
    $2(A^2 - B^2)$

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