Newton's Law, tension, blocks, pulleys at an angle, friction

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This discussion focuses on solving a physics problem involving Newton's Laws, specifically applying Newton's Second Law to analyze tension in blocks and pulleys at an angle, considering friction. Participants emphasize the importance of drawing free body diagrams for each mass to visualize forces acting on them. The suggestion to conceptualize the peg as a pulley aids in understanding the mechanics involved. This structured approach is essential for accurately solving the problem presented in the assignment.

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Hi all,
I'm really stumped at this question five of my assignment. Could anyone please give me some help? I don't even know where to start.

Thanks
 

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Start by drawing yourself free body diagrams for each mass. Apply Newton's 2nd law to each.

(The peg can be thought of as a pulley, if that helps.)
 
Thanks Doc Al, I'll try that and see how I go
 

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