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3 marksCoplanar Forces and Equilibrium

CAPE Applied Mathematics Unit 2 · 2016 · Paper 2 · Question 5(a)(ii)

A fixture is supported by strings A and B inclined at θ° and 30° to the horizontal ceiling respectively; tension TA = 50 N. Take g = 10 m s⁻².

Show that the tension in string B is TB = (100/√3) cos θ.

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  1. 5(a)(i)Use Lami's theorem, or otherwise, to show that the weight of the fixture is 50((cos θ)/√3 + sin θ).[9 marks]
  2. 5(b)(i)Draw a clearly labelled diagram showing all the forces acting on the system after the engine is shut off.[3 marks]
  3. 5(b)(ii)Determine the decelerating force acting on the system.[4 marks]
  4. 5(b)(iii)Determine the time taken to reduce speed from 80 km h⁻¹ to 44 km h⁻¹.[6 marks]

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