Find the tension in each of the cords

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The discussion focuses on calculating the tension in two cords supporting a 10 kg mass, with angles of 30 degrees and 45 degrees relative to the ceiling. The key equations involve the balance of forces in both the x and y directions, specifically using the relationships t1 cos(30) = t2 cos(45) to establish two simultaneous equations. By applying the sum of forces method, participants are guided to derive the tensions in the cords through algebraic manipulation and solving systems of equations.

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tension problem...please help!

Homework Statement



A mass of 10 kg is suspended from a ceiling by teo cords that make angles of 30 deg an 45 deg with the ceiling. Find the tension in each of the cords?

Homework Equations



something like t1 cos(30) = t2cos(45)

The Attempt at a Solution



something like t1 cos(30) = t2cos(45)
please help me with this
thankyou
 

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What do you know about the net force in the x and y directions?

I would start by writing a sums of forces equation for the x direction and a sums of forces equation for the y direction. From here, see what you can algebraically manipulate to get what you want.
 
get 2 equations, sum of forces in x, sum of forces in y.

and solve for your 2 unknown tensions by system of equations
 

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