12.21

The position of the 10-lb machine block B is adjusted by moving the 5-lb

wedge A. Neglect friction between all surfaces of contact. Knowing that P

= 10 lb, determine the (a) acceleration of B, (b) force between A and B.

MECH2033/CVEN3111 - Problem Set 4

50 lb

B

8⁰

A

P