Question

A uniform rope of length $5m$ is on a smooth surface. It is being pulled by a horizontal force of $20N$ at one end. The ratio of tension at a distance of $2m$ from force end to tension at a distance of $2m$ from free end is

• A. $1:1$
• B. $2:3$
• C. $1:2$
• D. $3:2$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $1:1$

Tension in the rope remains constant at all points as we move away from the force applied. The ratio of tension in a rope of $5m$ length, when at distance of $2m$ from the force end is same, as at distance of $2m$ from the free end. Thus the ratio is $1:1$.