Find Force of Tension on 2 Supporting Ropes | mg=98N

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The discussion focuses on calculating the force of tension in two ropes supporting a box with a weight of 98N (mg=98N) when the angles of the ropes are unequal. The solution involves using vector analysis, specifically drawing a vector triangle or resolving the tension forces into components perpendicular to the ropes. This method allows for the determination of the individual tensions, T1 and T2, effectively addressing the problem presented.

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ok, I am preparing for a test and I can not find this explained simply online.

how do I find the force of tension on two ropes supporting a box (mg=98N) if the angle that the ropes form are not equal to one another?
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Hi yyttr2! :smile:
yyttr2 said:
ok, I am preparing for a test and I can not find this explained simply online.

how do I find the force of tension on two ropes supporting a box (mg=98N) if the angle that the ropes form are not equal to one another?

Call one T1 and the other T2, and then either draw a vector triangle, or take components in some suitable direction (perpendicular to either string is fastest). :wink:

Why is that worrying you? :smile:
 

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