In an ideal Atwood machine

PHYSICS · Single correct · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

In an ideal Atwood machine, one side carries a

3\,\text{kg}

mass and the other side carries a

5\,\text{kg}

mass. Neglecting friction and taking

g = 9.8\,\text{m s}^{-2}

, find the magnitude of the acceleration of the system. (a)

9.80\,\text{m s}^{-2}

(b)

1.23\,\text{m s}^{-2}

(c)

2.45\,\text{m s}^{-2}

(d)

4.90\,\text{m s}^{-2}