If α = 40°, β = 60°, and M = 4.0 kg, determine the tension in string 1 & 2.

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If α = 40°, β = 60°, and M = 4.0 kg, determine the tension in string 1 & 2.
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Alpha is on the top left angle  and Beta is on the top right angle.

joy · Accepted Answer

more step please

bobpursley · Answer

Ok, I get it. Sum of vertical forces=0 4*9.8=T1*sin40+T2*sin60 sum of horizontal forces is zero. T1*cos40=T2*cos60 two equations, two unknowns. Can you do it form here? I recommend substutution.