A body of mass m = 0.5 kg is suspended by a string and pulled by a horizontal force 12N of as shown in the diagram: Calculate the tension T in the String if the body is in equilibrium. [Take g as 10m/s]

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A. 7.0
B. 10.9
C. 12.5
D. 13.0
E. 17.0

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

Mg = 5N

T² = 5² + 12²

T = 13N

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