Little Nellie Newtons Force Problems

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The discussion revolves around solving Nellie Newton's force problems, with the user jawo3 expressing uncertainty about their answers. Most responses confirm that jawo3's answers are correct, except for question #6, where there is confusion regarding the reasoning. A suggestion is made to draw a diagram to visualize the forces acting on Nellie, which may help clarify the misunderstanding. The user acknowledges a potential mistake in their approach to question #6, indicating a need for further explanation on solving similar problems. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding force diagrams in physics problem-solving.
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Hi,
I have to do the Nellie Newton Problems on this Page here:
Link!

We just started with Forces and I tried to solve the problems but I´m not completely sure if my answers are correct. If there are mistakes it would be nice if you could tell me why and what I did wrong.

Here are my answers:

1. 300N
2. 300N each
3. 150N each
4. 100N each
5. 150N
6. 100N


Thank you,
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Looks like you did very well...until you got to the last one. What's your reasoning behind your answer to #6?
 
I agree with all except #6/F.

Perhaps if you explain your reasoning for that last one, I could give a hint that would help you out.

edit: PhanthomJay beat me to it.
 
Does 75N sound better?

If it's correct, I think I know what I did wrong. If I'm right I just have to divide the force twice by two instead of deviding it by three.

Otherwise please explain me how I can solve these kind of problems because our teacher did not.
 
Nope, not 75N.

Try drawing a diagram showing the forces acting on Nellie.
 

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