Two weights are hanging as shown in Figure 2. (a) Draw a free-body diagram of each weight. (b) Find the tension in cable A. (c) Find the tension in cables B and C.

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Two weights are hanging as shown in Figure 2.
(a) Draw a free-body diagram of each weight.
(b) Find the tension in cable A.
(c) Find the tension in cables B and C.

### Transcription and Explanation for Educational Context

#### Description

The image depicts a mechanical system consisting of two blocks and a triangular support framework. 

- **Triangle Setup:**
  - The triangle is inverted with the base at the top.
  - Angles at points \( B \) and \( C \) are both \( 60^\circ \), indicating the triangle is equilateral.
  - Points \( B \) and \( C \) are at either end of the base, and point \( A \) is at the apex (bottom point).

- **Forces:**
  - A block labeled \( A \) is suspended from point \( A \) and has a force of \( 72 \, \text{N} \) acting on it.
  - A second block below has a force of \( 150 \, \text{N} \) acting on it, suspended directly beneath the first block.

#### Explanation of Diagram

The diagram demonstrates the equilibrium of forces in a system involving weights and tension. It visualizes the resulting forces when two blocks are suspended and connected, showing how the total weight is distributed through the system, with considerations towards angles and tension in the supporting cables. 

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Figure 2: This is the Figure for problem 5.
Transcribed Image Text:### Transcription and Explanation for Educational Context #### Description The image depicts a mechanical system consisting of two blocks and a triangular support framework. - **Triangle Setup:** - The triangle is inverted with the base at the top. - Angles at points \( B \) and \( C \) are both \( 60^\circ \), indicating the triangle is equilateral. - Points \( B \) and \( C \) are at either end of the base, and point \( A \) is at the apex (bottom point). - **Forces:** - A block labeled \( A \) is suspended from point \( A \) and has a force of \( 72 \, \text{N} \) acting on it. - A second block below has a force of \( 150 \, \text{N} \) acting on it, suspended directly beneath the first block. #### Explanation of Diagram The diagram demonstrates the equilibrium of forces in a system involving weights and tension. It visualizes the resulting forces when two blocks are suspended and connected, showing how the total weight is distributed through the system, with considerations towards angles and tension in the supporting cables. #### Figure Caption Figure 2: This is the Figure for problem 5.
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