The system is released from rest with no slack in the cable and with the spring unstretched.

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The system is released from rest with no slack in the cable and with the spring unstretched. Determine the distance s traveled by the 4-kg cart before it comes to rest 

(a) If m approaches zero 

(b) If m = 3 kg. Assume no mechanical interference and no friction, and state whether the distance traveled is up or down the incline.

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Engineering Mechanics Dynamics

ISBN: 9781118885840

8th Edition

Authors: James L. Meriam, L. G. Kraige, J. N. Bolton

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