In case a in FIGURE Q7.15, block A is accelerated across a frictionless table by a hanging 10 N weight (1.02 kg). In case b, block A is accelerated across a frictionless table by a steady 10 N tension in the string. The string is massless, and the pulley is massless and frictionless. Is A’s acceleration in case b greater than, less than, or equal to its acceleration in case a? Explain.

Figure Q7.15

Case (a)

Case (b)