Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11823-072-8
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Chapter 12 - Equilibrium and Elasticity - Problems - Page 351: 61

Answer

$T = 71.7~N$

Work Step by Step

The tension in the cable pulling up on the bottom pulley is $2F$ The tension in the cable pulling up on the middle pulley is $4F$ The tension in the cable pulling up on the top pulley is $8F$. Then $T = 8F$ The forces pulling up on the block are $F, 2F,$ and $4F$ We can find the value of $F$: $F+2F+4F = mg$ $7F = mg$ $F = \frac{mg}{7}$ $F = \frac{(6.40~kg)(9.8~m/s^2)}{7}$ $F = 8.96~N$ We can find $T$: $T = 8F$ $T = (8)(8.96~N)$ $T = 71.7~N$
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