"Tension of Mass on Pole: Does it Change?

[kthejohnster]

Homework Statement

how does the tension of a mass on a pole change as you move the mass towards the end?

Homework Equations

T=mg

The Attempt at a Solution

i thought tension was just mass times acceleration (gravity) so I am not sure

 

[Simon Bridge]

Tension is how much force [thank you LawrenceC - slip] the pole is under.
The answer depends on the geometry.

If the pole is vertical, for eg. then consider which parts of the pole are under tension.

 

[LawrenceC]

Homework Statement

how does the tension of a mass on a pole change as you move the mass towards the end?

Homework Equations

T=mg

The Attempt at a Solution

i thought tension was just mass times acceleration (gravity) so I am not sure

Your question is vague without some sort of diagram. Tension is force. Stress is force per unit area.

 

[kthejohnster]

Tension is how much force [thank you LawrenceC - slip] the pole is under.
The answer depends on the geometry.

If the pole is vertical, for eg. then consider which parts of the pole are under tension.

yes the pole is vertical overhang off a table