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Question 5

A small ornament O O\,O is hung from a tree branch by a light inextensible thread. A horizontal breeze exerts a constant force of 12 N on the ornament. The ornament is in equilibrium with the thread making an angle of 40∘ 40^\circ\,40∘ with the vertical.

a.

Find the tension in the thread.

[2]
b.

Find the weight of the ornament.

[3]

Resolving Forces Questions

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Practise Edexcel A Level Maths Resolving Forces with exam-style questions for A Level Maths. 12 questions, matched to the Edexcel A Level Maths (9MA0) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.

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