Physics - Mechanics: The Pulley (1 of 2)

Visit http://ilectureonline.com for more math and science lectures! This lecture series will cover Newton's Second Law of Physics: F=ma. This lecture series will introduce you to the function of a pulley, also called the Atwood Machine. Problem Text: A string is placed over a massless and frictionless pulley. A mass of 8kg is suspended at one end while a mass of 5kg is suspended from the other. What is the acceleration of the system.