A block of mass m1 = 41.3 kg on a horizontal surface is connected to a mass m2 = 13.2 kg that hangs vertically as shown in the figure below. The two blocks are connected by a string of negligible mass passing over a frictionless pulley. Assume that the horizontal surface is smooth
(a) What is the acceleration of the hanging mass? (Enter the magnitude only.)
(b) Determine the tension in the cord. (Enter the magnitude only.)
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