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Lori
Homework Statement
Homework Equations
Weight = Tension in y direction??
The Attempt at a Solution
I thought that W = the tension in the y direction of the two cables so that T2y and T1y are both 20 N each. Thus, i calculated that the tension in AC is 33 N ( cos(53.1) = 20/T1 --> T1 = 20/ cos(53.1) = 33N
But the answer is 24? What is wrong with my answer?[/B]