Solving a Vertical Winch System

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The discussion centers around solving a physics problem involving an electric winch lifting two packages with given weights and friction. The user attempts to calculate the tension in the cable using net force equations but receives feedback that their calculations in steps (1) and (3) are incorrect. Additionally, the user is advised to draw separate force diagrams for each package to clarify the forces acting on them. The importance of using accurate values in calculations is emphasized, particularly in step (2). Overall, the conversation highlights the need for careful analysis and correct application of physics principles in solving the problem.
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Hey! I'm having some problems with this question:
An electric winch is used to raise a 40-kg package and a 10-kg package vertically up the side of a building as pictured in the diagram. The magnitude of the frictional force acting between the wall and the 40-kg package is 60N. The angle the cable makes to the vertical is 15. If the packages are lowered with an acceleration 1.0 m/s2 [D], what is the tension in the cable between the winch and the 40.0 kg package?

We were also given a diagram:
http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b505/homework2012/Untitled_zpsd252a02a.jpg

How i solved it:
(1) Fnet y= Fg1+Fg2+T2+T1Y+FK
mnet(anet)= Fg1+Fg2-T2-T1Y-FK
(2) Fnet=Fg+T2
ma=m2g-T2
(10)(0.1)=(10)(9.8)-T2
T2 = 88N
(3) mnet(anet)= Fg1+Fg2-T2-T1Y-FK
(50)(0.1)= 40(9.8) + 10(9.8) -88 -T1Y- 60
T1Y= 292N
(4) Sin?=o/h
Sin75=292/h
h = 302.3 N

Is how i solved it right? If not is there another way I should be solving it?
 
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