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4 marksConservation of Energy

CAPE Physics Unit 1 · 2002 · Paper 2 · Question 4(d)

If both cables break simultaneously and it is observed that the two tugs speed up while the ship slows down,

explain what principle is observed and why energy is NOT conserved.

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  1. 4(a)State the difference between scalar and vector quantities and give ONE example of EACH.[4 marks]
  2. 4(b)(i)If the resultant force acts along BO, find the angle θ.[6 marks]
  3. 4(b)(ii)Calculate a value of this resultant force.[6 marks]
  4. 4(c)What is the velocity of Tug P and Tug Q?[6 marks]

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