Acceleration down a ramp given mass and friction

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A 3.55 kg object is on a 33 degree incline. Static friction = 0.614. Kinetic = 0.220. Find the acceleration of the body.

I just need help setting up the equation.
 
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hi kmerr:

I suggest as a first step: draw a diagram which shows all the forces and makes clear the objects the forces act on.

Regards,
Buzz