1. (From Merriam 3/104) The system is released from rest with no slack in the cable and with the spring stretched an initial distance so. Determine the distance s traveled by the cart before it comes to rest. Assume no mechanical interference and no friction. State whether the distance traveled is up or down the incline a) if m₂ >> m₁ and b) if m₂ →0. www 0 m₂ m₂

1. (From Merriam 3/104) The system is released from rest with no slack in the cable and with the spring stretched an initial distance so. Determine the distance s traveled by the cart before it comes to rest. Assume no mechanical interference and no friction. State whether the distance traveled is up or down the incline a) if m₂ >> m₁ and b) if m₂ →0. www 0 m₂ m₂