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Mathematics: Post your doubts here!

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May june 2013 42 Q3 can anyone tell me y r we using lengths to calculate forces :"/?? Sorry cant post the link :(
The lengths will be used to calculate the angle between the weight (vertically downward from P) and the tension force in string PA. AND, the angle between the weight (vertically downward from P) and the tension force in string PB. These will equate to 36.9 deg. and 67.4 deg. respectively. Then you can draw the triangle of forces to and use sine rule or similar to equate the tensions.
 
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The lengths will be used to calculate the angle between the weight (vertically downward from P) and the tension force in string PA. AND, the angle between the weight (vertically downward from P) and the tension force in string PB. These will equate to 36.9 deg. and 67.4 deg. respectively. Then you can draw the triangle of forces to and use sine rule or similar to equate the tensions.
Thank u :)!
 
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