Free Body Diagram and tension force

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The discussion revolves around understanding tension force in the context of a free body diagram (FBD) for a system supporting a weight of 500 kg under gravitational acceleration of 9.81 m/s². A key point of confusion is whether the tension force can be considered a moment, particularly when factoring in the angle of application. Participants express uncertainty about how to effectively represent the tension force in the FBD due to the angle involved. Clarification is sought on how to approach the problem and what specific information the question is asking. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accurately depicting forces and their directions in FBDs for solving physics problems.
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Homework Statement


It is supporting a weight of 500kg
g= 9.81


Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution




Is the tension force a moment?

im just not sure what i should do with it at that angle to get my FBD



Any help would be tops!

thanks a heap
 

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yeah the angle reaction, is what is putting me off
 
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