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Question

Two blocks of masses m1 and m2 are connected as shown in the figure. The acceleration of the block m2, is:

 

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Solution

Let a = accn of m1; accn of pulley = a+02 = a2

If acceleration of m2 = b

Then 0+b2 = a2

Hence a = b

    T = m1a, m2g -T = m2a

   a = m2gm1+m2

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