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    Dynamics Problem -- box accelerated horizontally via a mass & pulley system

    I got the answer but I don't see connection between the two. What about the tension on the 1.5 kg object why is that ignored?
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    Dynamics Problem -- box accelerated horizontally via a mass & pulley system

    Homework Statement A 1.0 kg box on a horizontal frictionless surface is accelerated by attaching a 1.5 kg mass as shown in the diagram. What is the magnitude of acceleration of the box?(Remember, both boxes accelerate.) Homework Equations F = ma The Attempt at a Solution I drew a free body...