A Traffic Light Weighing 100 N Is Supported by Two

question 40

Multiple Choice

A traffic light weighing 100 N is supported by two ropes as shown in the figure.The tensions in the ropes are closest to

• A)50 N.
• B)56 N.
• C)63 N.
• D)66 N.
• E)83 N.

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