A 240-N Weight Is Hung from Two Ropes as Shown

question 32

Multiple Choice

A 240-N weight is hung from two ropes as shown.The tension in the horizontal rope has magnitude:

• A)0 N
• B)660 N
• C)480 N
• D)420 N
• E)140 N

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