The acceleration is not zero here -- the masses do start moving, and you are to find what the acceleration is.jaytm2291 said:Homework Statement
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Homework Equations
F = ma
F = 0
That would be true if the acceleration were zero, but it isn't.The Attempt at a Solution
T = Fg for M1
Again, you'd use Fnet=ma to set up two equations for this mass. One equation for motion parallel to the surface, another for the force perpendicular (normal) to the surface.M2 = T - ma = T-M2a
Let's try to set up all the Fnet=ma equations properly, then we'll go from there.I don't know what to do after this.
Newton's 2nd Law states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass.
To solve for M1 and M2, you will need to know the acceleration of the object and the net force acting on it. Then, you can use the formula M1/M2 = a/F, where M1 and M2 are the masses of the object and a is the acceleration, and F is the net force.
The units for M1 and M2 in Newton's 2nd Law are typically kilograms (kg). However, any unit of mass can be used as long as it is consistent throughout the equation.
Yes, Newton's 2nd Law can be rearranged to solve for other variables such as acceleration, net force, and mass. It can also be used in conjunction with other equations, such as the equations for kinetic and potential energy.
Newton's 2nd Law is only applicable to objects that have a constant mass and are not experiencing any external forces, such as air resistance. It also does not account for the effects of relativity or quantum mechanics at high speeds and small scales.