AIIMS2010Physics-Pulley System
AIIMS 2010 Physics Pulley System MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
Two masses M₁ = 5 kg and M₂ = 10 kg are connected at the ends of an inextensible string passing over a frictionless pulley as shown. When the masses are released, then the acceleration of the masses will be

A
g
B
g/2
C
g/3
D
g/4
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Since M2 > M1, therefore M2 moves downwards and M1 moves upwards with an acceleration.
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