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Blocks of mass m_1 and m_2 are connected by a massless string that passes over t

ID: 2196996 • Letter: B

Question

Blocks of mass m_1 and m_2 are connected by a massless string that passes over the pulley in the figure (Figure 1) . The pulley turns on frictionless bearings, and mass m_1 slides on a horizontal, frictionless surface. Mass m_2 is released while the blocks are at rest. Assume the pulley is massless. Find the acceleration m_1. Find the tension in the string Suppose the pulley has mass m_p and Radius R. Find the acceleration m_1. Find the tension in the upper portion of the string. Find the tension in the lower portion of the string.

Explanation / Answer

please post the figure you are referring to