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Pulleys – Forces in equilibrium

In this activity, three hanging objects are attached to a string that passes over two pulleys. The aim is to predict the mass of one of these hanging objects. 

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    Pulleys - Forces in equilibrium (notes for teachers)

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    Pulleys - Forces in equilibrium (video)

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