A Mass of 375 G Hangs from a String That

question 67

Multiple Choice

A mass of 375 g hangs from a string that is wrapped around the circumference of a pulley with a moment of inertia of 0.0125 kg∙m² and a radius of 26.0 cm. When the mass is released, the mass accelerates downward and the pulley rotates about its axis as the string unwinds. What is the tension in the string?

• A) 1.21 N
• B) 2.45 N
• C) 3.68 N
• D) 1.84 N
• E) 0.605 N

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Sinus

A cavity within a bone or other tissue, most commonly found in the nose and respiratory system.

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Pertaining to the cartilage connected to the ribs, often used in the context of the chest structure and related conditions.

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Pertaining to or involving cartilage, often used in the context of joint diseases and conditions.

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