MDCAT Physics MCQ #3710

A block of weight W is held in equilibrium on a frictionless incline of angle θ by a string. What is the tension?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #3710

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A block of weight W is held in equilibrium on a frictionless incline of angle θ by a string. What is the tension?

    • A) W cosθ
    • B) W tanθ
    • C) W / sinθ
    • D) W sinθ

    Answer: W sinθ

    Explanation: The component of weight acting down the plane is W sinθ. Option A is the normal force component.