Concept behind Three Block Friction Problem with Applied Forces?

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The discussion centers on a physics problem involving three blocks with masses of 2 kg, 3 kg, and 7 kg, subjected to a 10 N force. The coefficients of friction are specified as 0.2 between the 2 kg and 3 kg blocks, and 0.3 between the 3 kg and 7 kg blocks, while the surface beneath the 7 kg block is frictionless. The objective is to calculate the acceleration of each block under three different scenarios of force application.

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Homework Statement



need some help...

three blocks of masses 2kg ..3kg and 7kg are kept one above the other.
coeff of friction between 2kg and 3 kg =0.2
coeff of friction between 3kg and 7kg=0.3
surface between 7kg block and ground=frictionless.

calculate accln of each block if a force equal to 10 N is applied to the 2kg block ..3kg block and 7kg block each in three different cases.

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The Attempt at a Solution



i have done the work...just wanted to know the concept behind it..
 
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