Help with an angled atwood machine problem

[student_fun]

Hey Guys,

I have attached my problem and all my work for it. The work presented in my handwriting is the attempt I figure most accurate. All my other attempts were experimental to no avail :( I think I must be overlooking something really basic.

Any assistance or pointers are greatly appreciated!

Thank You,
Billy

 

[tiny-tim]

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I have attached my problem and all my work for it. The work presented in my handwriting is the attempt I figure most accurate. All my other attempts were experimental to no avail :( I think I must be overlooking something really basic.

Hi Billy! Welcome to PF!

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Can you describe the problem, and type out what you've attempted?

 

[baba89]

Hello Billy,

Thank you for reaching out for assistance with your angled Atwood machine problem. After reviewing your work, it seems that you have a good understanding of the concepts involved in this problem. However, there are a few things that you may have overlooked.

Firstly, make sure that you are taking into account the angle of the incline in your calculations. This will affect the acceleration of the system and the tension in the string. Also, double check your calculations for the masses of the objects and the force of gravity acting on them. These values are crucial for solving the problem accurately.

Additionally, it may be helpful to draw a free body diagram for each of the masses to better understand the forces acting on them. This can also help you identify any forces that you may have missed in your calculations.

If you are still having trouble, I suggest going back to the fundamental equations for an Atwood machine and carefully plugging in the values for your problem. It may also be helpful to ask a classmate or your teacher for further clarification.

I hope this helps and good luck with your problem! Don't get discouraged, sometimes it just takes a little extra effort to find the solution.

Best,