Find Angle of 5kg Mass Suspended from Cord

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The discussion focuses on calculating the angle of a 5kg mass suspended from a cord under the influence of a horizontal 23N force. The net force equation, Fnet=ƩFi=0, is essential for solving this problem. Participants emphasize the importance of using force components and recommend creating a diagram to visualize the forces acting on the mass. This approach simplifies the calculation of the angle formed by the cord.

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b]1. Homework Statement [/b]
A 5kg mass is suspended from a cord. The mass is held as shown with a horizontal 23N force. Find the angle

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Fnet=ƩFi=0

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I am not sure about the right way to find the angle but the variables given are force and the mass should I use the weight to find the angle? Is this a obtuse triangle?
 

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The only thing my professor told me when I had difficulty with these types of problems was to use components. I would recommend drawing a picture or diagram with all the forces acting on the mass, that should make it easier to solve.
 

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