In the figure,the tension in the diagonal string is $60\,N$. Find the magnitude of the horizontal forces $\overline{F}_1$ and $\overline{F}_2$ that must be applied to hold the system in the position shown. What is the weight of the suspended block?

  • A
    $\frac{60}{\sqrt{2}}\,N$
    Option A
  • B
    $\frac{40}{\sqrt{2}}\,N$
    Option B
  • C
    $\frac{60}{\sqrt{3}}\,N$
    Option C
  • D
    $\frac{50}{\sqrt{2}}\,N$
    Option D

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