A-LevelPhysicsForces, density and pressure9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2022 · Q141 Mark

An object is suspended by two ropes. One rope has a tension of 410N at an angle of 60° to the horizontal. The other rope has a tension of 210N at an angle of 10° to the horizontal. [Figure showing an object suspended by two ropes] The object is in equilibrium. What is the mass of the object?

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A40 kg

B42 kg

C390 kg

D410 kg

✓ Correct answer

A: 40 kg

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Topic: Forces, density and pressure, A-Level Physics (syllabus 9702). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2022 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 14.

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