Acceleration of an inclined plane?

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To achieve an acceleration of 0.5 m/s² on a 1.143-meter inclined plane without considering friction or weight, one can use the equation a = g * sin(theta), where g is 9.8 m/s². By rearranging this equation, the angle theta can be calculated to determine the necessary incline. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between gravitational acceleration and the incline's angle. Trial and error may not be necessary if the correct calculations are applied. Proper use of the equation will provide the required angle for the desired acceleration.
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If I have a ramp that is 1.143 meters long, and I need to make it incline at a certain angle and height to make sure the acceleration is .5 m/s^2, how would I go about doing that without taking friction into account and without weighing anything?
 
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How might you find the component of the acceleration due to gravity parallel to the incline?
 
i am so lost on this, not sure if it's just trial and error or if I can use some type of equation
 
do i do a=gsin(theta) where g is 9.8
 
iloveephysics said:
do i do a=gsin(theta) where g is 9.8
Exactly.
 

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