Two masses m1 and m2 are connected by a masseless string. Find the value of tension in the string if a force of 200 N is applied

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Given that,

Mass $m_{1} = 80 k g$

Mass $m_{2} = 150 k g$

Force $F = 200 N$

Now,

$F = (m_{1} + m_{2}) a$

$200 = (80 + 150) a$

$a = 1.15 m / s^{2}$

now, the tension is

$T = m \times a$

$T = 150 \times 1.15$

$T = 173 N$

Hence, this is required solution

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