Question

Three blocks of masses m₁, m₂, and m₃ are connected by massless strings on a frictionless table and pulled by a force T₃ = 40 N. If m₁ = 10 kg, m₂ = 6 kg, and m₃ = 4 kg, the tension T₂ will be:

• A. 20 N
• B. 40 N
• C. 10 N
• D. 32 N

Hint:

Treat connected bodies as one system to find acceleration.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Find system acceleration using total mass, then calculate tension using T = ma.