Two blocks of masses and are connected by a light string that passes over a smooth pulley
PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics
Problem
Two blocks of masses 4kg and 6kg are connected by a light string that passes over a smooth pulley. The arrangement is taken to the surface of the Moon where g=1.6ms−2. The system is released from rest.
(i) Calculate the magnitude of acceleration of the system.
(ii) Determine the tension in the string.
(iii) Find the speed acquired by the heavier block after 5s.
(iv) How far does the heavier block move in this interval?