The horizontal surface on which the objects slide is frictionless.If F = 12 N,what is the tension in string 1?
A)35 N
B)30 N
C)40 N
D)45 N
E)25 N

Name: The horizontal surface on which the objects slide is frictionless.If F = 12 N,what is the tension in string 1? A)35 N B)30 N C)40 N D)45 N E)25 N
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The horizontal surface on which the objects slide is frictionless.If F = 12 N,what is the tension in string 1? 
A)35 N 
B)30 N 
C)40 N 
D)45 N 
E)25 N

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since the surface is frictionless, the tension in string 1 will be equal to the applied force, which is 12 N. Therefore, the correct choice is B, which gives the tension in string 1 as 12 N.

The Horizontal Surface on Which the Objects Slide Is Frictionless