-In the Figure,a Block of Mass M Hangs in Equilibrium

question 22

Multiple Choice

-In the figure,a block of mass M hangs in equilibrium.The rope that is fastened to the wall is horizontal and has a tension of 38 N.The rope that is fastened to the ceiling has a tension of 59 N and makes an angle Θ with the ceiling.The angle Θ is:

• A)50°
• B)40°
• C)33°
• D)65°
• E)45°

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