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Two masses `m_1` and `m_2` are placed on a smooth horizontal surface and are connected by a string of negligible mass. A horizontal force F is applied on the mass `m_2` as shown in the figure. The tension in the string is

A

`((m_(1))/(m_(1) + m_(2))) F`

B

`(m_2 F)/(m_1 + m_2)`

C

`((m_1)/(m_2)) F`

D

`(m_(2) F)/(m_(1))`

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