Why Might Option B Be Correct in This Collision Problem?

[coldblood]

Hi friends,
I have an issue in solving a Collision Problem.
Please Help me in solving this.
Thank you all in advance.

The problem is as:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/q71/s720x720/1384332_1432382970322142_101322866_n.jpg


Attempt:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/q81/s720x720/994348_1432381503655622_646459501_n.jpg

So friends according to me the answer should be option (A) but according to question option, (B) is correct. Please try to help me in this.
I will appreciate the help.

 

[ehild]

You didn't count with the weight of the table.

ehild

 

[coldblood]

You didn't count with the weight of the table.

ehild

Ok, well that 0.5N.will act in the downward direction on the table. And weight of the table will be 0.2 x 10 = 2N.
Hence the total force would be 7 N. downward. On leg reaction would be 7/4 = 1.75N.
Is it correct?

 

[ehild]

Ok, well that 0.5N.will act in the downward direction on the table. And weight of the table will be 0.2 x 10 = 2N.
Hence the total force would be 7 N. downward. On leg reaction would be 7/4 = 1.75N.
Is it correct?

2N force acts on the whole table because of the collisions. See your own solution in the first post.

ehild

 

[Nickie]

Hello there,
I am happy to assist you with your collision problem. Can you provide more information about the specific scenario or equations involved? Without more context, it is difficult to determine which option is correct. It is important to carefully analyze the given information and apply the appropriate principles and formulas to solve the problem. Keep in mind that different approaches may lead to different answers, so it is important to double check your work and make sure it is consistent with the given conditions. I would also suggest seeking help from a colleague or consulting a reliable source for additional guidance. Best of luck!