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

question 13

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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