Mathematics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2025 · Paper 43 · Question 5

3.2 m 2 kg 6 kg A B Particles A and B, of masses 2 kg and 6 kg respectively, are attached to the ends of a light inextensible string. The string passes over a smooth fixed pulley and the particles hang vertically below the pulley. Both particles are initially held at rest at a height of 3.2 m above horizontal ground (see diagram). Particle A is projected vertically downwards with a speed of . . m 1 2 s 1 -

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