a = (2m - m)g/(m + 2m) = g/3
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JEE Advanced 2026 — Physics Mechanics
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Official previous-year question
Verified 30 May 2026.
Question
Two blocks of masses m and 2m are connected by a light string over a frictionless pulley. The acceleration of the system is:
Options
- A
g/2
- B
g/3
- C
g/4
- D
2g/3
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