A Series of Weights Connected by Very Light Cords Are

question 25

Multiple Choice

A series of weights connected by very light cords are given an upward acceleration of 4.00 m/s² by a pull P, as shown in the figure. A, B, and C are the tensions in the connecting cords. The SMALLEST of the three tensions, A, B, and C, is closest to

• A) 80.0 N.
• B) 196 N.
• C) 276 N.
• D) 483 N.
• E) 621 N.

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