Calculating Fnet and coefficient of friction for inclined plane lab

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The discussion focuses on calculating the net force (Fnet) and the coefficient of friction for a cart rolling down an inclined plane. Key values provided include mass (m) of 0.949 kg, gravitational force (Fg) of 9.31 N, normal force (Fn) of 9.26 N, parallel force (Fpar) of 0.973 N, and acceleration (a) of 0.709 m/s². Participants are encouraged to explain their calculations and demonstrate effort in problem-solving to receive assistance.

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i can't figure out this question? i did a lab where you roll a cart down an inclined plane.
i need to figure out Fnet the friction and the coefficient of friction.what i have so far is:
m=0.949kg
Fg=9.31N
Fn=9.26N
Fpar=0.973N
a=0.709m/s2
thanks in advance

sorry this should be in the coursework section
 
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