A 4.00 kg block is pushed along the ceiling

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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a 4.00 kg block being pushed along a ceiling with a constant applied force of 85.0 N at an angle of 55.0° to the horizontal, resulting in an acceleration of 6.00 m/s². The objective is to determine the coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the ceiling.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the need to analyze the forces acting on the block, including the applied force and kinetic friction. There are inquiries about how to begin the problem, with suggestions to visualize the situation through diagrams and to consider the direction of the kinetic friction force.

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The conversation is ongoing, with some participants seeking clarification on their understanding and others prompting for a breakdown of the forces involved. There appears to be a collaborative effort to explore the problem without reaching a consensus or resolution yet.

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Participants mention the importance of drawing diagrams and breaking down forces, indicating a focus on understanding the problem setup and the interactions at play. There is no mention of specific constraints or imposed homework rules in the discussion.

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with a constant applied force of 85.0 N that acts at an angle of 55.0° with the horizontal. the block accelerates to the right at 6.00 m/s². determine the coefficient of kinetic frction between the block and the ceiling.
 
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Could you please show us your work, or at least thoughts on how to begin this problem? Try to draw yourself a picture and look at the forces involved. In what direction does the kinetic friction force act?etcetc
 
i sort of drew a diagram of the forces, but still didn't really get it.
 
Did you break down the force?
 

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