Question
12. A system of masses is connected by a light cord passing over a pulley as shown in the diagram. When released, the 25 kg mass drops. The angle of the incline is 40.0^circ Calculate the tension in the cord. [5 marks]
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A system of masses is connected by a light cord passing over a pulley as shown in the
diagram. When released, the 25 kg mass drops. The angle of the incline is 40.0^circ
Calculate the tension in the cord.
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$T = 19.6 \, \text{N}$
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