Two weights of 15 kg each are attached by means of two strings to the two ends of a spring balance, as shown in the diagram. The pulleys are frictionless. The reading of the balance would be?
A
Zero
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B
15 kg
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C
30 kg
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D
75 kg
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Solution
The correct option is B15 kg The Spring balance shows a reading corresponding to the force at any one end of the Spring balance.
At any instant , the force at the two ends will be equal in magnitude. Other wise , the balance will be in a motion , decided by the resultant force.