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Consider the pulley-block systems shown in Conceptual
Chapter 11, Problem 7P(choose chapter or problem)
Consider the pulley–block systems shown in Conceptual Checkpoint 11–1. (a) Is the tension in the string on the left-hand rotating system greater than, less than, or equal to the weight of the mass attached to that string? (b) Choose the best explanation from among the following:
I.The mass is in free fall once it is released.
II. The string rotates the pulley in addition to supporting the mass.
III. The mass accelerates downward.
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QUESTION:
Consider the pulley–block systems shown in Conceptual Checkpoint 11–1. (a) Is the tension in the string on the left-hand rotating system greater than, less than, or equal to the weight of the mass attached to that string? (b) Choose the best explanation from among the following:
I.The mass is in free fall once it is released.
II. The string rotates the pulley in addition to supporting the mass.
III. The mass accelerates downward.
ANSWER:
Step 1 of 2
The motion of mass depends on its weight. It is given that tension in the string on the left-hand rotating system is greater than, less than, or equal to the weight of the mass attached to that string.