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Introductory Exercise 5.1

Q1. The diagram shows a rough plank resting on a cylinder with one end of the plank on rough ground. Neglect friction between plank and cylinder. Draw diagrams to show: 
(a) the forces acting on the plank, 
(b) the forces acting on the cylinder.
Introductory Exercise 5.1

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol.

N = Normal force on cylinder by plank
Introductory Exercise 5.1
R = Normal force on cylinder by ground,
f = Force of friction by ground by cylinder,
w = Weight of cylinder.
N cosθ = f
w + N sinθ = R,
N(R) = Reaction to N,
Introductory Exercise 5.1
(Force acting on plank)
i.e., normal force on plank by cylinder
R' = Normal force on plank by ground,
w = Weight of plank,
f' = frictional force on plank by ground.
Resultant of f' and R', N(R) and w pass through point O.

Q2. Two spheres A and B are placed between two vertical walls as shown in figure. Friction is absent everywhere. Draw the free body diagrams of both the spheres.
Introductory Exercise 5.1

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol.
Introductory Exercise 5.1
R = Normal force on sphere A by left wall,
N = Normal force on sphere A by ground,
N' = Normal force on sphere A by sphere B,
wA = Weight of sphere A.
N' cos θ = R
N' sin θ + wA = N
Introductory Exercise 5.1
R' = Normal force on sphere B by right wall,
N ( R) = Reaction to N i.e. normal force on sphere B by sphere A,
wB = Weight of sphere B,
R', N(R) and wB pass through point O, the centre sphere B.

Q3. A point A on a sphere of weight W rests in contact with a smooth vertical wall and is supported by a string joining a point B on the sphere to a point C on the wall. Draw free body diagram of the sphere.
Introductory Exercise 5.1

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol.
N = Normal force on sphere by wall,
Introductory Exercise 5.1
w = Weight of sphere,
T = Tension in string.

Q4. Write down the components of four forces Introductory Exercise 5.1 along ox and oy directions as shown in Fig. 5.33.
Introductory Exercise 5.1Introductory Exercise 5.1

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol.

  1. F1x = 2√3 N
  2. F2x = -2 N
  3. F3x = 0
  4. F4x = 4 N
  5. F1y = 2N
  6. F2y = 2√3 N
  7. F3y = -6 N
  8. F4y = 0

Explanation:
Component of Introductory Exercise 5.1
along x-axis : 4 cos 30° = 2√3 N
along y-axis : 4 sin 30° = 2 N
Component of Introductory Exercise 5.1
along x-axis : 4 cos 120° = - 2 N
along y-axis : 4 sin 120° = 2√3 N
Component of Introductory Exercise 5.1
along x-axis : 6 cos 270° = 0 N
along y-axis : 6 sin 270° = - 6 N
Component of Introductory Exercise 5.1
along x-axis : 4 cos 0° = 4 N
along y-axis : 4 sin 0° = 0 N

Q5. A uniform rod AB of weight w is hinged to a fixed point at A It is held in the horizontal position by a string, one end of which is attached to B as shown in Fig. 5.34. Find in terms of w, the tension in the string.

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol. 
Taking moment about point A
Introductory Exercise 5.1
AB = 1
(T sin 30) 1 = w 1/2
⇒ T = w

Q6. In Question 3 of the same exercise, the radius of the sphere is a. The length of the string is also a. Find the tension in the string.

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol. Introductory Exercise 5.1

Explanation:
See figure (answer to question no. 3)
Introductory Exercise 5.1
Introductory Exercise 5.1
T cos 30° = w
or Introductory Exercise 5.1
or Introductory Exercise 5.1

Q7. Find the values of the unknown forces if the given set of forces shown in figure below are in equilibrium.
Introductory Exercise 5.1Introductory Exercise 5.1

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol. F = 10.16 newton, R = 2.4 newton

Explanation:
R cos 30° + 3 = f cos 60°
Introductory Exercise 5.1
i.e., Introductory Exercise 5.1
or  
R√3 + 6 = f …(i)
and R sin 30° + f sin 60° = 10
i.e., Introductory Exercise 5.1
or R + f√3 = 20 …(ii)
Substituting the value of f from Eq. (i) in Eq. (ii)
R + ( R√3 + 6)√3 = 20
4 R + 6√3 = 20
Introductory Exercise 5.1
∴   f = (2.4) √3 + 6
f = 10.16 N

Q8. Two beads of equal masses m are attached by a string of length √2a and are free to move in a smooth circular ring lying in a vertical plane as shown in Fig. 5.36. Here, a is the radius of the ring. Find the tension and acceleration of B just after the beads are released to move.

Introductory Exercise 5.1View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.1

Sol. Introductory Exercise 5.1

Explanation:
At point B (instantaneous vertical acceleration only)
Introductory Exercise 5.1
∴  mg - T sin 45° = ma …(i)
At point A (instantaneous horizontal acceleration only)
∴  T cos 45° = ma …(ii)
Combining Eqs. (i) and (ii)
mg - ma = ma
Introductory Exercise 5.1 

T cos 45° = m(g/2)

T/√2 = m(g/2)

T = mg/√2

Introductory Exercise 5.2

Q1. Three blocks of mass 1 kg, 4 kg and 2 kg are placed on a smooth horizontal plane as shown in figure. Find: 
(a) the acceleration of the system, 
(b) the normal force between 1 kg block and 4 kg block, 
(c) the net force on 2 kg block.

Introductory Exercise 5.2

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol.  (a) 10 ms-2 (b) 110 N (c) 20 N

Explanation:
Acceleration of system
Introductory Exercise 5.2
= 10 m/s2
Let normal force between 1 kg block and 4 kg block = F1
∴ Net force on 1 kg block = 120 - N
Introductory Exercise 5.2
or 10 = 120 - F1
i.e., F1 = 110 N
Net force on 2 kg block = 2*a
= 2*10
=20 N

Q2. Two blocks of mass 2 kg and 4 kg are released from rest over a smooth inclined plane of inclination 30° as shown in figure. What is the normal force between the two blocks?

Introductory Exercise 5.2

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol.  zero
Explanation:
 As, 4 g sin 30° > 2 g sin 30°
The normal force between the two blocks will be zero.

Q3. What should be the acceleration ‘a’ of the box shown in figure so that the block of mass m exerts a force mg/4 on the floor of the box?
Introductory Exercise 5.2

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol.  3g/4

Explanation:
Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2∴ N = mg/4
As lift is moving downward with acceleration a , the pseudo force on A will be ma acting in the upward direction. For the block to be at rest w.r.t. lift.
N + ma = mg
or Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2

Q4. A plumb bob of mass 1 kg is hung from the ceiling of a train compartment. The train moves on an inclined plane with constant velocity. If the angle of incline is 30°. Find the angle made by the string with the normal to the ceiling. Also, find the tension in the string, (g = 10 m/s2)

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol.  30°, ION

Explanation:
 
Angle made by the string with the normal to the ceiling = θ = 30°
As the train is moving with constant velocity no pseudo force will act on the plumb-bob.
Introductory Exercise 5.2Tension in spring = mg
= 1*10
= 10 N

Q5. Repeat both parts of the above question, if the train moves with an acceleration a = g/2 up the plane.

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol. Introductory Exercise 5.2

Explanation:
 
Pseudo force (= ma) on plumb-bob will be as shown in figure
Introductory Exercise 5.2T cos φ = mg + ma cos (90° - θ)
i.e., T cos φ = mg + ma sin θ …(i)
and       T sin φ = ma cos θ
Squaring and adding Eqs. (i) and (ii),
T2 = m2 g2 + m2 a2 sin2 θ + 2m2 ag sin θ + m2 a2 cos2 θ …(iii)
T2 = m2 g2 + m2 a2 + m2 ag (∴ θ = 30°)
Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2
or
Introductory Exercise 5.2
Dividing Eq. (i) by Eq. (ii),
Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2
i.e., Introductory Exercise 5.2

Q6. Two blocks of mass 1 kg and 2 kg are connected by a string AS of mass 1 kg. The blocks are placed on a smooth horizontal surface. Block of mass 1 kg is pulled by a horizontal force F of magnitude 8 N. Find the tension in the string at points A and B.
Introductory Exercise 5.2

Introductory Exercise 5.2View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.2

Sol.  4 N, 6 N

Explanation: Introductory Exercise 5.2Introductory Exercise 5.2
Introductory Exercise 5.2Net force on 1 kg mass = 8 - T2
∴ 8 - T2 = 1*2
⇒ T2 = 6 N
Net force on 1 kg block = T1
∴ T1 = 2a = 2*2 = 4 N

Introductory Exercise 5.3

Q1. In the arrangement shown in figure what should be the mass of block A, so that the system remains at rest? Neglect friction and mass of strings.

Introductory Exercise 5.3View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.3

Sol. 3 kg

Explanation:
 
F = 2 g sin 30° = g
Introductory Exercise 5.3For the system to remain at rest
T2 = 2 g …(i)
T2 + F = T1 …(ii)
or T2 + g = T1 …[ii (a)]
T1 = mg …(iii)
Substituting the values of T1 and T2 from Eqs. (iii) and (i) in Eq. [ii(a)]
2 g + g = mg
i.e., m = 3 kg

Q2. In the arrangement shown in figure, find the ratio of tensions in the strings attached with 4 kg block and that with 1 kg block.
Introductory Exercise 5.3

Introductory Exercise 5.3View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.3

Sol.  4

Explanation:
 
As net downward force on the system is zero, the system will be in equilibrium
Introductory Exercise 5.3∴ T1 = 4 g
and T2 = 1 g
Introductory Exercise 5.3

Q3. Two unequal masses of 1 kg and 2 kg are connected by a string going over a clamped light smooth pulley as shown in figure. The system is released from rest. The larger mass is stopped for a moment 1.0 s after the system is set in motion. Find the time elapsed before the string is tight again.
Introductory Exercise 5.3

Introductory Exercise 5.3View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.3

Sol.  1/3 s

Explanation:
2 g - T = 2a
Introductory Exercise 5.3T - 1 g = 1a
Adding above two equations
1 g = 3 a
∴ a = g/3
Velocity of 1kg block 1 section after the system is set in motion
v = 0 + at
Introductory Exercise 5.3
On stopping 2 kg, the block of 1kg will go upwards with retardation g. Time ( t' ) taken by the 1 k g block to attain zero velocity will be given by the equation.
Introductory Exercise 5.3
Introductory Exercise 5.3
If the 2 kg block is stopped just for a moment (time being much-much less than 1/3 s), it will also start falling down when the stopping time ends.
In Introductory Exercise 5.3 time upward displacement of 1 kg block
Introductory Exercise 5.3
Downward displacement of 2 kg block
Introductory Exercise 5.3
As the two are just equal, the string will again become taut after time 1/3 s.

Q4. Two unequal masses of 1 kg and 2 kg are connected by an inextensible light string passing over a smooth pulley as shown in figure. A force F = 20 N is applied on 1 kg block. Find the acceleration of either block. (g = 10 m/s2).
Introductory Exercise 5.3

Introductory Exercise 5.3View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.3

Sol.Introductory Exercise 5.3

Explanation:
 F + 1g - T = 1a      … (i)
Introductory Exercise 5.3and T - 2g = 2a …(ii)
Adding Eqs. (i) and (ii),
F - 1g = 3a
Introductory Exercise 5.3

Introductory Exercise 5.4

Q1. Consider the situation shown in figure. Both the pulleys and the string are light and all the surfaces are smooth.
(a) Find the acceleration of 1 kg block.
(b) Find the tension in the string.
(g = 10 m/s 2).
Introductory Exercise 5.4

Introductory Exercise 5.4View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.4

Sol.  (a) 2g/3, (b) 10/3 N

Explanation:
 2T = 2*a            … (i)
Introductory Exercise 5.4and 1g - T = 2a …(ii)
Solving Eqs. (i) and (ii),
α = g/3
∴  Acceleration of 1 kg block
Introductory Exercise 5.4
Tension in the string
Introductory Exercise 5.4

Q2. Calculate the acceleration of either blocks and tension in the string shown in figure. The pulley and the string are light and all surfaces are smooth.
Introductory Exercise 5.4

Introductory Exercise 5.4View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.4

Sol. Introductory Exercise 5.4

Explanation:
 
Mg - T = Ma             …(i)
Introductory Exercise 5.4T = Ma …(ii)
Solving Eqs. (i) and (ii)
α = g/2
and T = Mg

Q3. Find the mass M so that it remains at rest in the adjoining figure. Both the pulley and string are light and friction is absent everywhere, (g = 10 m/s 2).

Introductory Exercise 5.4View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.4

Sol.  4 . 8 kg

Explanation:
Block of mass M will be at rest if
Introductory Exercise 5.4T = Mg …(i)
For the motion of block of mass 3 kg
Introductory Exercise 5.4 ....(ii)
For the motion of block of mass 2 kg
Introductory Exercise 5.4 ....(iii)
Adding Eqs. (ii) and (iii),
g = 5a
i.e.,  α = g/5
Substituting above value of a in Eq. (iii),
T/2 = 2(g+a)
or Introductory Exercise 5.4
= 24g/5
Substituting value of above value of T in Eq. (i),
M = 24/5
= 4.8 kg

Q4. In figure assume that there is negligible friction between the blocks and table. Compute the tension in the cord connecting m2 and the pulley and acceleration of m2 if m1 = 300 g, m2 = 200g and F = 0.401V.
Introductory Exercise 5.4

Introductory Exercise 5.4View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.4

Sol.  Introductory Exercise 5.4

Explanation:
 
T/2 = m1.2a
Introductory Exercise 5.4i.e., T = 4 m1a …(i)
F - T = m2a …(ii)
or F - 4m1a = m2a
or Introductory Exercise 5.4
Introductory Exercise 5.4
∴ T = 4 m1a
= 4*0.3* 2/7
= 2.4/7
= 12/35 N

Introductory Exercise 5.5

Q1. In figure m1 = 1 kg and m2 = 4 kg. Find the mass M o f the hanging block which will prevent the smaller block from slipping over the triangular block. All the surfaces are friction less and the strings and the pulleys are light
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Note In exercises 2 to 4 the situations described take place in a box car which has initial velocity v = 0 but acceleration
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Introductory Exercise 5.5

Introductory Exercise 5.5View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.5

Sol.  6 .83 kg

Explanation:
 Block on triangular block will not slip if
Introductory Exercise 5.5
m1a cos θ= m1g sin θ
i.e., a = g tanθ …(i)
N = m1g cosθ + m1asinθ …(ii)
For the movement of triangular block
T - N sinθ = m2α …(iii)
For the movement of the block of mass M
Mg - T = Ma …(iv)
Adding Eqs. (iii) and (iv),
Mg - N sinθ = ( m2 + M )α
Substituting the value of N from Eq. (ii) in the above equation
Mg - (m1g cosθ + m1α sinθ) sinθ
=( m2α + Mα)
i.e., M (g - α) = m1g cosθ sinθ + (m2 + m1 sin2θ)α
Substituting value of a from Eq. (i) in the above equation,
M(1 - tanθ) = m1 cosθ sinθ + ( m2 + m1 sin2 θ) tanθ
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Substituting θ = 30° , m1 = 1 kg and m2 = 4 kg
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Introductory Exercise 5.5
= 6.82 kg

Q2. A 2 kg object is slid along the friction less floor with initial velocity (10 m/s)î (a) Describe the motion of the object relative to car (b) when does the object reach its original position relative to the box car.

Introductory Exercise 5.5View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.5

Sol. (a) x = x0 + 10t - 2.5t2 , v = 10 - 5t (b) t = 4s

Explanation:
(a) Using Introductory Exercise 5.5
Displacement of block at time t relative to car would be
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Velocity of block at time t (relative to car) will be
Introductory Exercise 5.5
(b) Time (t) for the block to arrive at the original position (i.e., x = x0) relative to car
x0 = x+ 10 t - 2.5 t2
⇒ t = 4s

Q3. A 2 kg object is slid along the friction less floor with initial transverse velocity (10 m/s)Introductory Exercise 5.5. Describe the motion (a) in car’s frame (b) in ground frame.

Introductory Exercise 5.5View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.5

Sol. (a) x = x0 - 2.5t2, z = z0 + 10t, vx = - 5t, vz = 10 ms-1
(b) x = x0, z = z0 + 10t, vx = 0, vz = 10 ms-1

Explanation:
(a) In car’s frame position of object at time t would be given by      
In car’s frame
Introductory Exercise 5.5
x = x0 + 0*t + 1/2(-5)t2
i.e., x = x0 - 2.5 t2 …(i)
and z = z + 10t …(ii)
Velocity of the object at time t would be
Introductory Exercise 5.5
and
Introductory Exercise 5.5
(b) In ground frame the position of the object at time t would be given by
In ground frame
Introductory Exercise 5.5
x = x0
and z = z0 + 10t
Velocity of the object at time t would be
Introductory Exercise 5.5
ans
Introductory Exercise 5.5

Q4. A 2 kg object is slid along a rough floor (coefficient of sliding friction = 0.3) with initial velocity (10 m/s)î. Describe the motion of the object relative to car assuming that the coefficient of static friction is greater than 0.5.

Introductory Exercise 5.5View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.5

Sol.  x = x0 + 10f - 4t2 , K = 10 - 8 t for 0<f<1.25 s object stops at t = 1.25 s and remains at rest relative to car.

Explanation:
 m = 2 kg
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Normal force on object = mg
Maximum sliding friction = μsmg
= 0.3*2*10 = 6 N
Deceleration due to friction = 6/2 =3 m/s2
Deceleration due to pseudo force = 5 m/s2
∴ Net deceleration = (3 + 5) m/s2
= 8 m/s2
∴ Displacement of object at any time t (relative to car)
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Thus, velocity of object at any time t (relative to car)
Introductory Exercise 5.5
The object will stop moving relative to car when
10 - 8t = 0 i.e., t = 1.25s
∴ vx = 10 - 8t for 0<t<1.25 s

Q5. A block is placed on an inclined plane as shown in figure. What must be the frictional force between block and incline if the block is not to slide along the incline when the incline is accelerating to the right at Introductory Exercise 5.5
Introductory Exercise 5.5

Introductory Exercise 5.5View Answer  Introductory Exercise 5.5

Sol.  9/25 mg

Explanation:
For block not to slide the frictional force ( f ) would be given by
Introductory Exercise 5.5
f + ma cosθ = mg sinθ
or
f = mg sinθ - ma cosθ
Introductory Exercise 5.5
Introductory Exercise 5.5

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1. What are the basic concepts of laws of motion?
Ans. The laws of motion, formulated by Sir Isaac Newton, describe the relationship between the motion of an object and the forces acting on it. There are three fundamental laws: 1. Newton's First Law (Law of Inertia) states that an object at rest will stay at rest and an object in motion will continue moving at a constant velocity unless acted upon by a net external force. 2. Newton's Second Law states that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass (F=ma). 3. Newton's Third Law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
2. How do I apply Newton's laws of motion to solve problems?
Ans. To apply Newton's laws of motion, first identify all the forces acting on the object. Use free-body diagrams to visualize these forces. Then apply Newton's Second Law (F=ma) to write equations for the motion of the object. Solve these equations simultaneously if needed, and consider the direction of forces and acceleration carefully to find the desired quantities.
3. What is the significance of the concept of inertia in the laws of motion?
Ans. Inertia is the property of matter that causes it to resist changes in its state of motion. It is central to Newton’s First Law of Motion, which highlights that an object will not change its motion unless acted upon by a net force. Understanding inertia helps in analyzing how and why objects move or remain stationary in different scenarios.
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Ans. Common mistakes include misunderstanding the direction of forces, neglecting to account for all forces acting on an object (like friction or air resistance), and misapplying the equations of motion. Students may also confuse mass and weight, leading to incorrect calculations. It’s crucial to read problem statements carefully and visualize the forces involved to avoid these errors.
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