mazz1801
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Homework Statement
Elementary I know but could I please get some help solving the following four equations. It's simple calculus but I'm getting nowhere with what I have done!Solve for T1, T2, a1, a2
Homework Equations
m2g-T2 = m2 (a1-a2)
m3g-T2 = m3 (a1+a2)
T1-T2 = 0
T1-μm1g = m1a1(note that the the numbers after a and t are not numerical values. Just to show that the T1 has a different value for T2 etc. )
The Attempt at a Solution
So I have tried combining equations
m2g-T2 = m2 (a1-a2)
m3g-T2 = m3 (a1+a2)
and ended up with g = a1- a2(m2+m3)/(m2-m3)After that I just can't figure out what to do next!
any suggestions?