Two blocks of masses in the ratio $m:n$ are connected by a light inextensible string passing over a frictionless fixed pulley. If the system of the blocks is released from rest, then the acceleration of the centre of mass of the system of the blocks is ($g$ = acceleration due to gravity).

$A$ car of mass $500\, kg$ is driven with acceleration $1\, m/s^2$ along a straight level road against a constant external resistance of $1000\, N$. When the velocity is $5\, m/s$,the rate at which the engine is working is .............. $kW$.

Calculate the acceleration (in $m/s^{2}$) of the block and trolley system shown in the figure. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the trolley and the surface is $0.05$. (Given: $g = 10\; m/s^{2}$,mass of the string is negligible and no other friction exists).

In the figure,two blocks are connected by a uniform strut attached to each block with frictionless pins. Block $A$ weighs $400 \, N$,block $B$ weighs $300 \, N$,and the strut $AB$ weighs $200 \, N$. If $\mu = 0.25$ under block $B$,determine the minimum coefficient of friction under block $A$ to prevent motion.

Two blocks $1$ and $2$ of equal mass $m$ are connected by an ideal string over a frictionless pulley. The blocks are attached to the ground by springs having spring constants $k_1$ and $k_2$ such that $k_1 > k_2$. Initially,both springs are unstretched. Block $1$ is slowly pulled down a distance $x$ and released. Just after the release,the possible values of the magnitudes of the accelerations of the blocks $a_1$ and $a_2$ can be

Explain why
$(a)$ a horse cannot pull a cart and run in empty space,
$(b)$ passengers are thrown forward from their seats when a speeding bus stops suddenly,
$(c)$ it is easier to pull a lawn mower than to push it,
$(d)$ a cricketer moves his hands backwards while holding a catch.