Mathematics (AS & A Level) · May / June 2026 · Paper 45 · Question 2
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A B 0.5 m A particle A of mass 0.6 kg rests on a smooth horizontal table and is attached to one end of a light inextensible string. The string passes over a small smooth pulley fixed at the edge of the table. The other end of the string is attached to a particle B of mass 0.4 kg which hangs freely below the pulley. The system is released from rest with the string taut and with B at a height of 0.5 m above horizontal ground (see diagram).
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