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1. The document contains an 8 question multiple choice quiz about Atwood machines and forces. It tests concepts like calculating acceleration, tension, and friction in systems with masses connected by strings over pulleys. 2. It also includes 5 long answer questions that require calculating values like tension, minimum force to prevent sliding, and acceleration in various Atwood machine setups involving inclines, masses connected by strings over pulleys, and forces applied at angles. 3. The questions require applying Newton's Second Law and concepts of static friction to mechanical systems involving forces between connected masses.

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1. The document contains an 8 question multiple choice quiz about Atwood machines and forces. It tests concepts like calculating acceleration, tension, and friction in systems with masses connected by strings over pulleys. 2. It also includes 5 long answer questions that require calculating values like tension, minimum force to prevent sliding, and acceleration in various Atwood machine setups involving inclines, masses connected by strings over pulleys, and forces applied at angles. 3. The questions require applying Newton's Second Law and concepts of static friction to mechanical systems involving forces between connected masses.

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Physics 3204 Atwood Machines Worksheet Name:___________________

Multiple Choice
1. What is the acceleration of the system in the picture at the right?

(A) 3.3 m/s2


(B) 9.8 m/s2
(C) 4.9 m/s2
(D) 6.6 m/s2

2. A frictionless pulley is set up with two hanging masses as shown at the right. What is the tension in the right hand
rope while the masses move freely?

(A) 8.5 N
(B) 24 N
(C) 26 N
(D) 32 N

3. The diagram below shows a 1.0 kg object connected to a 10.0 kg


mass. Assuming the force of friction is 10.0 N, what is the
acceleration of the system?

(A) 8.0 m/s2


(B) 8.8 m/s2
(C) 8.9 m/s2
(D) 9.8 m/s2

4. In the diagram below, two masses are connected by a light string over a frictionless, massless pulley. What
coefficient of static friction is required to keep m1 from slipping?

(A) 0.33
(B) 0.50
(C) 0.67
(D) 2.0
Physics 3204 Atwood Machines Worksheet Name:___________________
5. In the diagram shown, the acceleration of the system is 4.6 m/s2. What is the force of friction acting on the 6.0 kg
box?

(A) 14 N
(B) 42 N
(C) 64 N
(D) 78 N

6. The diagram below shows a 1.0 kg cart connected to a 10.0 kg mass. Assuming the surface is frictionless, what is the
acceleration of the system if the net force is 98.0 N?

(A) 8.9 m/s2


(B) 9.8 m/s2
(C) 11 m/s2
(D) 98 m/s2

7. What is the acceleration of the system of masses shown on the frictionless incline below?

(A) 3.3 m/s2


(B) 4.4 m/s2
(C) 6.7 m/s2
(D) 9.8 m/s2

8. The diagram below shows two blocks connected by a massless string over a frictionless pulley. If the blocks
accelerate at 3.0 m/s2 in the direction shown, what is the tension in the connecting string?

(A) 6N
(B) 12 N
(C) 18 N
(D) 49 N
Physics 3204 Atwood Machines Worksheet Name:___________________
Long Answer:

1. A 20.0 N force is applied to a 2.0 kg mass at 30.0ᵒ to the horizontal as shown in


the diagram below. If friction is negligible, what is the tension in the string?

2. A 9.0 kg block rests on a 62ᵒ incline as shown below. The coefficient of static friction
between the block and the incline is 0.58. Calculate the minimum force, F, that will
prevent the block from sliding down the incline.

3. Two objects of masses 11 kg and 18 kg are connected by a light string


that passes over a frictionless pulley as shown. Calculate the magnitude
of the acceleration of the 18 kg box.

4. The diagram below shows two blocks connected by a


massless string over a frictionless pulley. Calculate the
acceleration of the system of blocks.

5. In the diagram shown, the coefficient of friction


between the 9.0 kg block and the horizontal surface
is 0.15, while the incline is frictionless. Calculate the
magnitude of the tension in the rope.

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