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yeah thanks a lot... for situation one... So this means that I can't just change the y-axis value because that would alter the angle. So, the ropes need to increase both x and y-axis values to keep the angle and satisfy the y-axis requirement to lift the weight. Its the horizontal component...

sorry, but I've been thinking about it... Situation 1 Attempt I really don't know what to answer but I've noticed that as the angle of both ropes change, the Tension also changes with it... I just can't get why the tension could be greater than the weight of the box itself. Situation...

Situation 1 A box is suspended from the ceiling by two ropes each at an equal angle lesser than 30 degrees with the horizontal. Why is the tension of either rope greater than the weight of the box itself? Situation 2 A bungee jumper momentarily comes to rest at the bottom of...