There are 2 blocks on a rough horizontal surface. 2 forces – 1 on either block is applied in the same direction. We are asked to calculate the acceleration of both the blocks(given mu and mass of the blocks) and the tension in the string. I found that the whole system will move because the net force on the system overcame the maximum static friction on the system. How do I proceed after this? Also how do I tackle a similar problem if the whole system is static and we are asked to find the tension in the string?

Hemanth , 10 Years ago

Grade 11