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Date May 2022 Marks available 1 Reference code 22M.1.SL.TZ1.7
Level Standard level Paper Paper 1 Time zone 1
Command term Question number 7 Adapted from N/A

Question

Two masses m1 and m2 are connected by a string over a frictionless pulley of negligible mass. The masses are released from rest. Air resistance is negligible.

Mass m2 accelerates downwards at g2. What is m1m2?
A.  13

B.  12

C.  2

D.  3

Markscheme

A

Examiners report

With a low difficulty index for both, this question was challenging for both HL and SL candidates. Option B was the most common (incorrect) answer, and only a small number of candidates correctly selected option A. This question would be a useful teaching tool for students, as they consider the relationship between variables without numeric substitution.

Syllabus sections

Core » Topic 2: Mechanics » 2.2 – Forces
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