A metallic sphere is suspended on stationary wall with the help of a string. Forces as shown in the fig. are acting on the sphere. Which of the following statement is not correct?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
From the figure in equilibrium
Tsinθ=N
Tcosθ=W
⇒ tanθ = N/W
⇒N=Wtanθ
As body is in equilibrium net force is zero
⇒ $\vec{N} + \vec{T} + \vec{W}$ = 0
Normal force N and Gravitational force W are at right angle so their resultant must balance tension force.
⇒ $T^2=N^2 + W^2$