Two masses $8\; kg$ and $12\; kg$ are connected at the two ends of a light inextensible string that goes over a frictionless pulley. Find the acceleration of the masses and the tension in the string when the masses are released.

  • A
    $2\; m/s^2$ and $72\; N$
  • B
    $3\; m/s^2$ and $108\; N$
  • C
    $4\; m/s^2$ and $96\; N$
  • D
    $2\; m/s^2$ and $96\; N$

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