Answer:
0 N
Explanation:
Tension: This is the force that is transmitted through rope, string or wire when pulled by two opposite force. The unit of tension is Newton (N).
Tension is a vector quantity.
The expression of tension is given as,
T = F-F' (opposite direction)............ Equation 1
Where T = Tension, F = force of the exerted by the first athlete, force exerted by the second athlete.
From the question,
Both athletes pull the ropes with equal force of 600 N.
F = F' = 600 N
T = 600-600
T = 0 N.
Hence the tension in the rope = 0 N
