Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Equilibrium of forces

Equilibrium of forces — practice question

The diagram illustrates the dimensions of an elastic cord that is used to launch a stone. When the cord is stretched into the arrangement shown, the tension in the cord is $T$. Which force is exerted on the stone by the elastic cord?

  • A$\frac{3}{5}T$
  • B$\frac{6}{5}T$
  • C$\frac{8}{5}T$
  • D$2T$

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