Two cords support a chandelier in the manner shown in Fig. 9–4 except that the upper

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Two cords support a chandelier in the manner shown in Fig. 9–4 except that the upper wire makes an angle of 45° with the ceiling. If the cords can sustain a force of 1550N without breaking, what is the maximum chandelier weight that can be supported?

Figure 9–4 (a)  (b)

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QUESTION:

Problem 5P

Two cords support a chandelier in the manner shown in Fig. 9–4 except that the upper wire makes an angle of 45° with the ceiling. If the cords can sustain a force of 1550N without breaking, what is the maximum chandelier weight that can be supported?

Figure 9–4 (a)  (b)

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We need to find out the maximum chandelier weight can be supported by the cords.

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