FIGURE 4-2
-Compare the two situations shown in Fig. 4-2. On the left (A), James is holding the rope and keeping the bucket at rest. On the right (B), James ties the rope to the bucket so that it keeps the bucket at rest. In both cases the bucket contains the same quantity of water. In what case is the tension in the rope lower?
A)right
B)left
C)It is the same in both cases.
D)need more data to answer

Question

FIGURE 4-2 
-Compare the two situations shown in Fig. 4-2. On the left (A), James is holding the rope and keeping the bucket at rest. On the right (B), James ties the rope to the bucket so that it keeps the bucket at rest. In both cases the bucket contains the same quantity of water. In what case is the tension in the rope lower?
A)right 
B)left 
C)It is the same in both cases. 
D)need more data to answer

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the rope is tied to the bucket (right), the tension in the rope is lower because the rope is not actively supporting the weight of the bucket and water; it is simply holding it in place.