How Do You Calculate Tension in Ropes on a Frictionless Ramp?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the tension in ropes connecting two boxes on a frictionless ramp inclined at 29°. The masses of the boxes are M1 = 0.5 kg and M2 = 2.8 kg. The correct approach involves using Newton's second law and the sine of the angle to determine the tension forces acting on both boxes. The user ultimately resolves their confusion regarding the calculation of tension in the rope connecting the first box to the ramp.

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Two boxes with different masses M1 = 0.5 kg and M2 = 2.8 kg are tied together on a frictionless ramp surface which makes an angle = 29° with the horizontal.

What is the tension in the rope connecting the two boxes? _____N
What is the tension in the rope connecting the first box to the ramp? ______ N

Ok, so I thought for the second part of the problem you would take M1 x g x sin29, however I do not think this is correct. Therefore I am completely stuck. Any help would be greatly appreciated. :)
 
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I just figured it out, sorry for the wasted post.
 

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