Frictionless Pulley: m1 = M2 * a/g Steel Ball Bearing: d = v*t + (1/2)*a*t^2

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To solve the first problem involving a frictionless pulley, a free body diagram is essential to determine the mass m1, given that mass M2 is 0.250 kg and is accelerating downward at 1.40 m/s² in a gravitational field of 9.80 m/s². For the second problem, the initial velocity of the steel ball bearing can be calculated using the height it reaches (1.27 m) after being released from the spring. Once the initial velocity is known, kinematic equations can be applied to find the horizontal distance traveled when the ball is launched at a 35-degree angle. Understanding these concepts and equations will enable the user to work through the problems independently. Mastery of these physics principles is crucial for accurate calculations.
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There are actually 2 questions that i have

Homework Statement


First is
a frictionless pulley with zero mass is attached to the ceiling, in a gravity field of 9.80 m/s2. Mass M2=0.250 kg is being accelerated downward with a=1.40m/s2. calculate the mass m1.
Second is
A small steel ball bearing with a mass of 24.0g is on a short compressed spring. when aimed vertically released, the spring sends the bearing to a height of 1.27m. calculate the horizontal distance the ball would travel if the same spring were aimed 35.0 deg from the horizontal


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so not so much wanting the answer just the equations on how to do these so then i can figure it out myself. thanks


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For the first problem a free body diagram will help you enormously.

For the second problem you can find the initial velocity of the bearing from the info given and then use that with the kinematic equations to find the horizontal distance traveled if it was fired at an angle.
 
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