Force, tension and blocks plx help

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The discussion focuses on a physics problem involving two blocks of identical mass connected to a ceiling by ropes, with a specified tension of 30N in the middle horizontal rope. Participants suggest using free-body diagrams to analyze the forces acting on the blocks, emphasizing the importance of resolving vectors along the x and y axes. One user expresses uncertainty about handling the x components after addressing the y components. The conversation encourages sharing initial work to facilitate further guidance. Overall, the thread aims to clarify the mechanics of the system to determine the masses of the blocks.
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Force, tension and blocks plx help!

Two blocks of identical mass are attached to the ceiling by a rope as shown in the figure.

It is given that the middle horizontal rope has a tension of 30N.


Find the masses of the blocks.

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Hello physicsuck

What are your thoughts on this?

For a problem like this, it is always a good idea to start with some free-body diagrams.
 
hi ap123,
I tackled the y components of this system but not sure how to deal with the x one.
 
When you draw your diagrams, make sure to put x- and y-axes in.
Then resolve your vectors along these axes.

Show us what you've done so far.
 
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