Solving a Problem: What Went Wrong & Velocity for Both Masses

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving two connected masses, specifically addressing the confusion regarding their velocities and the identification of the hanging mass. The examiner confirms that the velocities of both masses are indeed the same, despite their movement in opposite directions. The initial misunderstanding arose from a diagram that incorrectly labeled the masses, but the participant's calculations were validated as correct.

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As in the first provided picture:
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Newton second law
This is the problem:
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And this the answer provided by the examiner:
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And this is my own answer:
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So what did I get wrong???
Also I want to know if the Velocity is the same for both masses.
 

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Mohmmad Maaitah said:
So what did I get wrong???
The diagram shows m_1 as the hanging mass, but the given solution switches that. Your work is fine.
Mohmmad Maaitah said:
Also I want to know if the Velocity is the same for both masses.
Sure---they are connected. (The speeds are the same, but they move in different directions, of course.)
 
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Doc Al said:
The diagram shows m_1 as the hanging mass, but the given solution switches that. Your work is fine.

Sure---they are connected. (The speeds are the same, but they move in different directions, of course.)
Oh lord, he switched the masses :doh:
 

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