A scaffold of mass 67 kg and length 5.0 m is supported in a horizontal position by a vertical cable at each end. A window washer of mass 67 kg stands at a point 1.7 m from one end. What is the tension in (a) the nearer (relative to the person) cable and (b) the farther (relative to the person) cable?

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A scaffold of mass 67 kg and length 5.0 m is supported in a horizontal position by a vertical cable at each end. A window washer of mass 67 kg stands at a point 1.7 m from one end. What is the tension in (a) the nearer (relative to the person) cable and (b) the farther (relative to the person) cable?    
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