Coeficient of kinetic friction

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Homework Statement



Using Newton's Laws, show how you would measure mu k for an accelerating block.

Homework Equations



Fnet = ma

The Attempt at a Solution



I can't seem to relate Fnet to Mu k...
 
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Won't the Force of friction be the difference between the ideal acceleration and measured acceleration times the mass?

anet = a - μ

a - anet = μ