Tension Problem: How a Horizontal Force Affects Rope Tension

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Start date Dec 16, 2011
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When a 100 N load is pushed with a horizontal force, it shifts from its vertical position, creating an angle with the rope. This angle affects the tension in the rope due to the components of the forces acting on the load. The tension in the rope increases as the horizontal force adds to the vertical force of the load. Therefore, the correct answer is that the tension in the rope is increased. Understanding the balance of forces is crucial in analyzing tension changes in such scenarios.

Dec 16, 2011

TyChi

Homework Statement

A 100 N load hangs from a cieling on a rope. someone pushes it with a continuing horizontal force, and it moves off to the side a little, coming to rest at a bit of an angle at the vertical. as a result, the tension in the rope is:

A. Unchanged
B. zero
C. decreased
D. increased

Why?

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Dec 16, 2011

LawrenceC

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