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    Coefficient of friction homework problem

    To be honest, I have no idea where to go from here. Any hints?
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    Coefficient of friction homework problem

    Homework Statement A 10kg mass is released from rest and slides down an incline that makes an angle of 37degrees with the horizontal. The coefficient of friction is 0.4 on the incline. Determine (a) the force of friction acting to oppose the motion, and (b) the acceleration Homework...
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    How Do You Calculate Tension in a Cable and Compression in a Brace?

    Homework Statement A 235lb sign is supported from a wall by a cable inclined 37 degrees with the horizontal, and a brace perpendicular to the wall. Find the tension in the cable and the compression in the boom. The answers are 390.5 and 311.9. But I have no idea how they got to those...
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