Q.

A metal sphere is hung by a string fixed to a wall. The forces acting on the sphere are shown in figure. Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

see full answer

Talk to JEE/NEET 2025 Toppers - Learn What Actually Works!

Real Strategies. Real People. Real Success Stories - Just 1 call away
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

N→+T→+W→ = 0

b

T2 = N2 +W2

c

T = N + W

d

N = W tan θ

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

As the body is in equilibrium, so vector sum of all three forces N→, T   → and W→ should be zero. Hence (a) is correct. NowT sin θ = N ----(1)T cos θ = W -----(2)(l)+(2) ⇒ tan θ = NW⇒ N = W tan θ. Hence (d) is correct.Squaring and adding (1) and (2); T2 = N2+W2Hence (b) is correct.Hence (c) is incorrect.
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon