Two Pulleys, Two Strings and Two Blocks

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The discussion revolves around solving a physics problem involving two pulleys, two strings, and two blocks. A participant expresses uncertainty about their solution and seeks confirmation. Others encourage sharing the work for review and validation. One user confirms the correctness of the acceleration calculations provided. The conversation highlights collaborative problem-solving in physics.
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Homework Statement
Block ##1## and block ##2##, with masses ##m_1## and ##m_2##, are connected by a system of massless, inextensible ropes and massless pulleys as shown above.
Solve for the acceleration of block ##2## in terms of ##m_1, m_2## and ##g##. Assume that ”down” is positive. Express your answer in terms of some or all of the following: ##g, m_1##, and ##m_2##.
Relevant Equations
##\overrightarrow{F}=m\overrightarrow{a}##
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Someone pls solve this. I've done it but I'm not sure if it's correct. Thanks!
 
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ThEmptyTree said:
I've done it but I'm not sure if it's correct.
Post your work and we'll let you know. :smile:
 
Doc Al said:
Post your work and we'll let you know. :smile:
Uff

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I confirm your answers for the accelerations.
 
haruspex said:
I confirm your answers for the accelerations.

Thanks again ӵ
 

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