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Chapter1: Measurement
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What is the tension of individual cords A,B,C in terms of lamp weight(w)? 

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30° 45°
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Resolve the tension forces acting along x axis on the individual cord A.

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Resolve the tension forces acting along y axis on the individual cord B.

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The tension force exerted along the cord C is,

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Step 2

Solve the tension force along x axis.

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Solve the tension force along y axis.

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Step 3

Solve the tension in cord A.

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Solve the tension in the cord B.

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