Equilibrium and tension in elastic strings

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The discussion revolves around understanding equilibrium and tension in elastic strings, particularly in relation to a specific homework problem. Key points include confusion about where to consider the force of tension when calculating moments, specifically whether it should be at points P or C. There is also uncertainty regarding the choice of pivot points for calculating distances in equilibrium problems, contrasting the user's approach with the marking scheme's method. Additionally, questions arise about the application of tension forces in relation to horizontal and vertical strings. Overall, the user seeks clarification on these concepts to better understand the problem.
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well, there is pretty much nothing i can write here, i couldn't solve it because this is the first time i face a problem like that , i have some problems understanding it though
1-if we considered the tension a force that make a moment , (eg tension in PC ) where will be that force so i can take a distance will it be at P or C ?
2- in other problems of equilibrium , when i take the distance , i take the distance to pivot ( in this one A ) but in this one , in the marking scheme , he took the distance to AB , and not the point A , why?
3- he took the force of tension in the horizontal string to have a moment and when he mentioned the distance , it was the distance to the point A and not the vertical AB why?
 

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Never mind.. a friend saw the question and answered me
Thanks
 

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