Help Finding the Tension between 2 Masses

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The discussion focuses on calculating the tension T2 in a system of three blocks (M1 = 1.10 kg, M2 = 2.80 kg, M3 = 3.50 kg) connected by massless strings on a frictionless surface. The force F acting on M3 causes the entire system to accelerate to the right. The tension T1 is given as 2.90 N, and the user seeks clarification on the acceleration calculation and the positioning of the tensions T1 and T2 within the system.

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Three blocks on a frictionless surface are connected by massless strings, with M1 = 1.10 kg, M2 = 2.80 kg, and M3 = 3.50 kg. Due to the force F acting on M3, as shown, the system accelerates to the right. Given that T1 is 2.90 N, calculate T2.

I found the acceleration of the problem using F1 = m1 (T1 / (M1 + M2)). Where do I go from here?
 
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So is T1 between M2 and M3, and T2 between M1 and M2?

I don't understand how you got the acceleration... can you describe or upload a picture?
 

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