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Homework Statement
A .5 kg block of cheese sits on a level table. The coefficient of static friction is .60. Three strings are tied together in a knot at a point, K. One string is tied to the cheese, the other on a wall at a 30 degree angle, and in the middle of those two strings a mouse hangs from them. What is the maximum mass of the mouse for the cheese and mouse to remain in equilibrium.
Homework Equations
F = ma Fg = mg
The Attempt at a Solution
So, I calculated the Ff of the cheese, being 2.948 N.
I know I need to calculate the Ft of the left string, and I think that equation would be for Ftx = (mass mouse)(-9.81) / tan30.
I don't know how to calculate Fty, and I don't j=know how to finish the question up. The answer is .16kg.