Simple tension problem, I can't seem to understand it

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Homework Statement



A ball weighing 212-N is shown suspended from a system of cords. What are the tensions in the horizontal and angled cords?

The angles of the cords are 90 and 50

Homework Equations



F=ma


The Attempt at a Solution

 
dakotapederse said:

Homework Statement



A ball weighing 212-N is shown suspended from a system of cords. What are the tensions in the horizontal and angled cords?

The angles of the cords are 90 and 50

Homework Equations



F=ma


The Attempt at a Solution


This is a problem of Equilibrium of Concurrent Forces.
The body does not move at all.
 
I hope this is what we are talking about ...

Free-body diagram of a point mass hanging in equilibrium, held by a horizontal string to a vertical wall on the left and an inclined string to a ceiling on the upper right. Angles marked 90 and 50 degrees; a dashed vertical line from the ceiling; weight labelled W points downward.

Whats your progress till now?
 
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