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Nov 2013 p43 q3
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A particle P of mass 1.05 kg is attached to one end of each of two light inextensible strings, of lengths 2.6 m and 1.25 m. The other ends of the strings are attached to fixed points A and B, which are at the same horizontal level. P hangs in equilibrium at a point 1 m below the level of A and B (see diagram). Find the tensions in the strings.
Solution
To find the tensions in the strings, we resolve the forces acting on the particle P vertically and horizontally.
Vertically, the sum of the vertical components of the tensions must equal the weight of the particle:
\(T_A \frac{1}{2.6} + T_B \frac{1}{1.25} = 10.5\)
Horizontally, the horizontal components of the tensions must balance each other: