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The block B has a mass of 10 kg. The coefficient of friction between block B and the surface is μ=0.5. Determine the acceleration of the block A of mass 16 kg. Neglect the mass of the pulleys and cords. (Take g=10 m/s2).

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Zero
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2 m/s2
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1 m/s2
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None of these
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Solution

The correct option is A Zero


Maximum friction force is μmg=0.5×100=50 N
which is greater than 40 N, tension in the string attched to it.
Block does not move

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