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Special Triangles part 2: Please help me #5-6​

Special Triangles part 2: Please help me #5-6​-example-1

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Answer:

5. 4√2 N

6. 20 N

Explanation:

We're not sure how your diagram relates to the notion of the weight being "pushed". Usually T represents "tension," which would indicate a "pull" in up and to the right.

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5. The side ratios in this triangle match exactly those in your problem 1. T is √2 times the equal side lengths, so is T = 4√2 N.

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6. The sides ratios in the triangle match exactly those in your problem 2. T is 2 times the shorter side length, so is T = 20 N.

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