How to know if all the strings have the same tension or not

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The discussion revolves around determining whether all strings in a system have the same tension, focusing on the application of moment balances around pulleys. The context appears to be related to a homework problem in physics.

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  • One participant suggests performing a moment balance around each pulley to analyze the tension in the strings.
  • Another participant requests clarification on how to perform a moment balance, indicating a need for further explanation.
  • A third participant questions the knowledge level of the individual asking for help, implying that understanding moment balances is a prerequisite.
  • Several participants express that the question resembles a homework problem and recommend posting it in a dedicated homework section.
  • One participant notes that the thread should be closed due to its homework nature.

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Participants generally agree that the question is related to homework and should be redirected to the appropriate section, but there is no consensus on the specifics of performing moment balances.

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Do a moment balance around each pulley.
 
Chestermiller said:
Do a moment balance around each pulley.
Can you please tell me how to do that?
 
Neon32 said:
Can you please tell me how to do that?
Have you not yet learned about how to do balances of moments on rigid bodies?
 
This looks very much like a homework question? If so you should really post it in the homework section where you will find a template.
 
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Definitely looks like homework that should be re-posted in Introductory Physics Homework. Thread closed.
 

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