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To determine the sizes of forces P and Q, we can use the concept of equilibrium. In an equilibrium state, the sum of all the forces acting on an object is zero.
In this scenario, the 2 kn weight is suspended from two ropes. Let's consider the following notations:
- T1 and T2: Tensions in the ropes
- P: Force acting in the vertical direction
- Q: Force acting in the diagonal direction
To find the values of P and Q, we need to break down the forces acting on the weight into their components.
Considering the left side of the weight: T1 is acting vertically upward, and P is acting vertically downward. Therefore, we can write the equation:
T1 - P = 0 -- Equation 1
Considering the right side of the weight: T2 is acting upward diagonally, and Q is acting downward diagonally. We can break down T2 into its vertical and horizontal components:
Vertical Component: T2 * sin(40) (by using the sine function)
Horizontal Component: T2 * cos(40) (by using the cosine function)
Now, calculating the forces on the right side:
Vertical Forces: T2 * sin(40) - Q = 0 -- Equation 2
Horizontal Forces: T2 * cos(40) = 0 -- Equation 3
Since the weight is in equilibrium, the sum of all the forces acting vertically and horizontally must be zero.
Now, solving the equations:
From Equation 3:
T2 * cos(40) = 0
T2 = 0 / cos(40)
T2 = 0
From Equation 2:
T2 * sin(40) - Q = 0
0 - Q = 0
Q = 0
From Equation 1:
T1 - P = 0
T1 = P
Since T1 and P are equal, and Q is zero, we can conclude that P = T1 and Q = 0.
Therefore, the force P is equal to the tension in the rope (T1), and Q is equal to zero.