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Two blocks with masses `m_(1) = 0.2` kg and `m_(2) = 0.3` kg hang one under other as shown in figure. Find the tensions in the strings (massless) in the following situations :
`(g = 10 m//s^(2))`
the blocks are at rest

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To solve the problem of finding the tensions in the strings when the blocks are at rest, we will analyze the forces acting on each block separately. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Masses and Gravitational Force**: - Mass of block 1, \( m_1 = 0.2 \) kg - Mass of block 2, \( m_2 = 0.3 \) kg - Acceleration due to gravity, \( g = 10 \, \text{m/s}^2 \) 2. **Calculate the Weight of Each Block**: - Weight of block 1, \( W_1 = m_1 \cdot g = 0.2 \, \text{kg} \cdot 10 \, \text{m/s}^2 = 2 \, \text{N} \) - Weight of block 2, \( W_2 = m_2 \cdot g = 0.3 \, \text{kg} \cdot 10 \, \text{m/s}^2 = 3 \, \text{N} \) 3. **Analyze the Forces on Block 2**: - Let \( T_2 \) be the tension in the string supporting block 2. - Since block 2 is at rest, the forces acting on it are balanced: \[ T_2 = W_2 \] - Therefore, substituting the weight of block 2: \[ T_2 = 3 \, \text{N} \] 4. **Analyze the Forces on Block 1**: - Let \( T_1 \) be the tension in the string supporting block 1. - The forces acting on block 1 are the tension \( T_1 \) upwards and the combined weight of block 2 and its own weight downwards: \[ T_1 = T_2 + W_1 \] - Substituting the values we have: \[ T_1 = 3 \, \text{N} + 2 \, \text{N} = 5 \, \text{N} \] 5. **Final Results**: - The tension in the string supporting block 2 is \( T_2 = 3 \, \text{N} \). - The tension in the string supporting block 1 is \( T_1 = 5 \, \text{N} \). ### Summary of Tensions: - \( T_1 = 5 \, \text{N} \) - \( T_2 = 3 \, \text{N} \)

To solve the problem of finding the tensions in the strings when the blocks are at rest, we will analyze the forces acting on each block separately. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Masses and Gravitational Force**: - Mass of block 1, \( m_1 = 0.2 \) kg - Mass of block 2, \( m_2 = 0.3 \) kg - Acceleration due to gravity, \( g = 10 \, \text{m/s}^2 \) ...
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