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Homework Statement
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-Assuming the system is frictionless, find m2 when it is accelerating down the ramp at 3.4 m/s2.
Homework Equations
-... F = ma?
The Attempt at a Solution
-In this problem, I tried tilting the axis so the sliding-down part aligned with the y-axis and the m1 part on the x-axis. Then, I thought of using the components to the Fw, to figure out the Tension on the rope for the m2 side (which, I guessed, to be m2a.).
I couldn't figure out what to make the Tension equal to, because m2gcos([tex]\theta[/tex]) wasn't coming out the same as 3.4*m2.
...I then realized I was quite retarded at physics (I'm being perfectly honest, now.) and needed help.
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