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Thanks, appreciate it. take care, and i m going to try rest of the problems my self now. Bye.
Find Coefficient of Friction for Physics Exam Problem
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The discussion focuses on calculating the coefficient of friction for a physics problem involving a 1.25 kg block on a ramp inclined at 35 degrees. The block moves 1.84 meters down the ramp in 1.18 seconds. Key equations discussed include Newton's second law (F=ma) and the relationship between the force of friction (Ff) and the normal force (Fn), expressed as Ff = u * Fn, where "u" is the coefficient of friction. The final coefficient of friction calculated is 0.37.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Newton's laws of motion
- Knowledge of kinematic equations, specifically d = vit + 1/2at²
- Familiarity with the concepts of normal force and gravitational force components
- Basic algebra skills for manipulating equations
- Study the derivation of the coefficient of friction in inclined plane problems
- Learn about the decomposition of forces in physics
- Explore the applications of kinematic equations in real-world scenarios
- Review the principles of dynamics and their application in classical mechanics
Students preparing for physics exams, educators teaching classical mechanics, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of motion on inclined planes.
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