Two boxes are pulled along a frictionless surface, as shown in the figure. m1 = 1.5 kg, m2 = 3.0 kg and F = 7.0 N. What is the tension in the string?

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Answer:

4.7 N

Explanation:

Use ratios. 3.0 kg out of 4.5 kg total means 2/3 of the applied force = 4.7 N

HarryQ answered Jan 30, 2021

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