3. Exercises

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Exercise 3.1

A sphere, of mass 20 kg, is supported by a single vertical cable. Find the tension in the cable.


Exercise 3.2

A sphere, of mass 20 kg, is supported by a single vertical cable. Find the tension in the cable.


Exercise 3.3

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The diagram shows two masses and two strings that are suspended from a fixed point. Find the tension in each string.



Exercise 3.4

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A plank leans against the back of a lorry, as shown in the diagram. Draw a diagram to show the forces acting on the plank.