Draw a labelled diagram of an arrangement of two pulleys, one fixed and other movable. In the diagram, mark the directions of all forces acting on it. What is the ideal mechanical advantage of the system? How can it be achieved?

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The arrangement of the pulley is as shown above. The ideal mechanical advantage is 2. This can be achieved by minimizing the friction between different parts.

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