One pulley attached between two blocks, both sliding on wood.

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving two blocks connected by a pulley, both sliding on a surface with friction. The original poster seeks guidance on how to approach the problem, specifically in setting up equations of motion for each block.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the need to establish separate equations of motion for each block and consider the relationship between the tensions in the ropes. There are inquiries about how to identify and sum the forces acting on each block.

Discussion Status

The conversation is ongoing, with participants providing suggestions on how to begin formulating the problem. There is a focus on identifying forces acting on each block, but no consensus has been reached on a specific method or solution.

Contextual Notes

The original poster expresses difficulty in starting the problem, indicating a potential lack of clarity on the setup and the forces involved. There is mention of specific forces acting on each block, but further details on the problem context are not provided.

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Fk=UkN



The Attempt at a Solution


I can't find a way to start this problem can someone guide me please!
 

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You need to set up an equation of motion for block one and block two separately. You can also use the fact that the tension in the rope attached to block 1 is equal to the tension in the rope attached to block 2. Then you can solve for m1.
 
how would i do that?
 
Find all the forces acting on block 1 and set that equal to m1a. Then find all the forces acting on block two and set that equal to m2a. Then by solving for T, you can get the equation down to one variable and solve for m1.
 
Okay block 2 has:
Normal force
Friction
Tension
Weight of 49

Block one has:
normal force
Tension
and Weight

Please! help me get started!
 

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