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5 marksKinematics and Dynamics

CAPE Applied Mathematics Unit 2 · 2011 · Paper 2 · Question 5(b)(i)

Two particles of mass 4 kg and 5 kg are connected by a light inextensible string which passes over a fixed, smooth, light pulley.

Determine the acceleration of motion.

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  1. 5(a)(i)Draw a diagram showing the forces acting on the car.[4 marks]
  2. 5(a)(ii)a)Calculate the acceleration of the car.[4 marks]
  3. 5(a)(ii)b)Calculate the tractive force of the car.[5 marks]
  4. 5(a)(ii)c)Calculate the maximum power developed in kW.[4 marks]
  5. 5(b)(ii)Determine the tension in the string.[3 marks]

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