What is the diagram for a particle attached to 2 elastic light springs?

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving a particle of mass 0.8 kg attached to two identical elastic springs, each with a natural length of 1.6 m and a modulus of elasticity of 16 N. The springs are anchored to points A and B, which are 4 m apart, with the particle positioned at point C, 2.5 m from point A. Participants in the forum seek clarification on the diagram and the forces acting on the particle, specifically the tensions in the springs when the particle is released from rest.

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Hi
I can't seem to get a diagram for this question. Can anyone help and also please explain the subsequent diagram. This is the question. A particle of mass 0.8kg is attached to the ends of 2 identical light elastic springs of natural length 1.6m and modulus of elasticity 16N. The free ends of the springs are attached to 2 points where points A and B which are 4m apart on a smooth horizontal surface. The point C lies between A and B such that ABC is a straight line and AC = 2.5m. The particle is held at C and then released from rest.

My textbook has tensions acting in different directions. Can anyone explain? Thanks

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Consider two parallel walls at a distance of 4m apart. put a mass of 0.8kg 2.5m from one of the walls. now attach springs b/w the mass and each of the walls.

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Thanks. I like the analogy. I will get back to you.
 

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