Linear Algebra: A Modern Introduction

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Chapter 1 - Vectors - 1.4 Applications - Exercises 1.4 - Page 54: 11

Answer

$1000N$

Work Step by Step

We call the tension $T$ The board has a mass of 50 kg, and it makes an angle $\theta=30^{\circ}$ with the horizontal axis. So, the force due to gravity is: $50\times10=500N$ Thus: $T\sin30^{\circ}=500N$ $T=1000N$
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