A-LevelMathematicsMechanicsOct/Nov 2025Paper 4 Q510 Marks
Particles A and B, of masses 2kg and 6kg respectively, are attached to the ends of a light inextensible string. The string passes over a smooth fixed pulley and the particles hang vertically below the pulley. Both particles are initially held at rest at a height of 3.2m above horizontal ground (see diagram). Particle A is projected vertically downwards with a speed of 1.2ms⁻¹. [Figure 5.1]
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