Two blocks of masses and are connected by an ideal string over an ideal pulley

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Problem

Two blocks of masses

5\,\text{kg}

and

3\,\text{kg}

are connected by an ideal string over an ideal pulley, forming an Atwood machine. What is the magnitude of the acceleration of the blocks? (a)

6.1\,\text{m/s}^2

(b)

3.9\,\text{m/s}^2

(c)

2.5\,\text{m/s}^2

(d)

1.2\,\text{m/s}^2