Particles on Slopes (Leaving Cert Applied Maths): Quizzes
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What 3 key concepts do particles on slopes problems combine?
What 3 key concepts do particles on slopes problems combine?
Force resolution, tension, connected motion
What type of string connects the masses in these problems?
What type of string connects the masses in these problems?
Light, inextensible string
How do the accelerations of connected masses compare?
How do the accelerations of connected masses compare?
Same magnitude
In what direction does weight act on a mass on an inclined plane?
In what direction does weight act on a mass on an inclined plane?
Vertically downward
Which weight component causes a mass to slide down the slope?
Which weight component causes a mass to slide down the slope?
Parallel to slope
For angle , what is the parallel weight component down the slope?
For angle , what is the parallel weight component down the slope?
For angle , what is the perpendicular weight component into the surface?
For angle , what is the perpendicular weight component into the surface?
What is the normal reaction on the inclined plane?
What is the normal reaction on the inclined plane?
How does tension vary throughout a light, inextensible string?
How does tension vary throughout a light, inextensible string?
Tension is constant throughout
What does a negative acceleration value indicate?
What does a negative acceleration value indicate?
Motion opposite to assumed direction
What is the first step in solving particles on slopes problems systematically?
What is the first step in solving particles on slopes problems systematically?
Identify the system
For the hanging mass, which two forces act in opposite directions?
For the hanging mass, which two forces act in opposite directions?
Weight downward, tension upward