The system shown above consists of two identical blocks that are suspended using four cords, each of a different length. Which of the following claims are true about the magnitudes of the tensions in the cords? Select two answers.     A) T1>T2   B) T1cos30°=T2cos60°   C) T3>T4   D) T1+T2=T3

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The system shown above consists of two identical blocks that are suspended using four cords, each of a different length. Which of the following claims are true about the magnitudes of the tensions in the cords? Select two answers.

 
 
  • A) T1>T2

     
  • B) T1cos30°=T2cos60°

     
  • C) T3>T4

     
  • D) T1+T2=T3

     
30°
60°
Cord 2
Cord
1
Cord 3
m
Cord 4
m
Transcribed Image Text:30° 60° Cord 2 Cord 1 Cord 3 m Cord 4 m
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