An object of unknown weight is suspended as shown.The tension in rope 1 is 25 lb,and the tension in rope 2 is 31 lb.What is the weight of the suspended object?
A)36 lb
B)33 lb
C)41 lb
D)39 lb
E)56 lb

Question

An object of unknown weight is suspended as shown.The tension in rope 1 is 25 lb,and the tension in rope 2 is 31 lb.What is the weight of the suspended object? 
A)36 lb 
B)33 lb 
C)41 lb 
D)39 lb 
E)56 lb

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The weight of the object is equal to the sum of the tensions in the two ropes. Therefore, weight = tension in rope 1 + tension in rope 2 = 25 lb + 31 lb = 56 lb. So, the correct option is D.

An Object of Unknown Weight Is Suspended as Shown