Advanced Newton's LawsHardQuestion 5434
Question
Two masses M and m (M > m) on a pulley; system acceleration = g/3. The ratio M/m is:
- A2Correct
- B3
- C4
- D5
Correct answer
2
Explanation
a = (M−m)g/(M+m) = g/3. 3(M−m) = M+m → 2M = 4m → M/m = 2.
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a = (M−m)g/(M+m) = g/3. 3(M−m) = M+m → 2M = 4m → M/m = 2.