Question 3
Consider the figure given below for a system of two iron blocks connected with a common
pulley. If the block A weighs 200 N, what would be the mass of the iron block B to keep the
whole system in static equilibrium?
A. 20.41 kg
B. 15.57 kg
C. 22.23 kg
D. 34.45 kg
E. 21.45 kg
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
As the whole system is in static equilibrium, there will be no motion in the blocks. In other words,
weight of both the iron blocks should be the same. Therefore,
Weight of A = Weight of B -------------- (1)
Weight of A = 200 N --------------- (2)
Using 2 in 1 we get
Weight of B = 200 N ------------- (3)
Weight of a body is given as
W = mg -------------- (4)
Putting the values in equation 4 we get
200 = m * 98 Or m = 20.41 kg
Therefore, A is the correct answer option.
Question 4
Which of the following combinations of forces can lead to a resultant unbalanced force of 10
N, if both the forces are acting orthogonally?
A. 4 N and 5 N
B. 6 N and 8 N
C. 5 N and 8 N
D. 8 N and 8 N
E. 5 N and 5 N
Correct Answer: B