A sign that weighs 168 N is supported by ropes a and b and makes a 22.5 degree angle with the horizontal. The sign is unmoving. What force do the ropes exert on the sign? 220 N.
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This is not the question, it's a previous question. The real question is below.
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The sign is raised higher by pulling the two ropes more horizontally. The force on each rope is increased to 575 N and angles are kept equal. What angle does each rope make with the horizontal now?

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Answer: 8.4 degrees.

Question

A sign that weighs 168 N is supported by ropes a and b and makes a 22.5 degree angle with the horizontal. The sign is unmoving. What force do the ropes exert on the sign? 220 N.
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This is not the question, it's a previous question. The real question is below.
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The sign is raised higher by pulling the two ropes more horizontally. The force on each rope is increased to 575 N and angles are kept equal. What angle does each rope make with the horizontal now?

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Answer: 8.4 degrees.

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