Standard +0.3 This is a straightforward statics problem requiring resolution of forces in equilibrium. Students need to find angles using basic trigonometry (3-4-5 triangle), then resolve forces horizontally and vertically. The setup is standard and the numerical values are deliberately simple, making this slightly easier than average for A-level mechanics.
4. A particle of mass \(m \mathrm {~kg}\) is attached to two light inextensible strings \(A C\) and \(B C\). The other ends of the strings are attached to two fixed points \(A\) and \(B\), which are 100 cm apart on a horizontal ceiling. The particle hangs in equilibrium as shown in the diagram, which is not drawn to scale.
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The string \(A C\) has length 80 cm and the string \(B C\) has length 60 cm .
Given that the tension in \(A C\) is 29.4 N , find:
i. the tension in \(B C\)
ii. the value of \(m\). [0pt]
4. A particle of mass $m \mathrm {~kg}$ is attached to two light inextensible strings $A C$ and $B C$. The other ends of the strings are attached to two fixed points $A$ and $B$, which are 100 cm apart on a horizontal ceiling. The particle hangs in equilibrium as shown in the diagram, which is not drawn to scale.\\
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The string $A C$ has length 80 cm and the string $B C$ has length 60 cm .\\
Given that the tension in $A C$ is 29.4 N , find:\\
i. the tension in $B C$\\
ii. the value of $m$.\\[0pt]
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