Finding normal force acting on an object (Fn)?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the normal force (Fn) acting on a 100 kg couch on a frictionless ramp with an acceleration of 0.8 m/s². The correct normal force is determined to be 959.6 N, contrasting with the incorrect calculations presented. The participants utilized the formula Fn = ma * cot[arc sin(a/g)], leading to a more accurate result than the initial approach. This highlights the importance of correctly applying physics principles in dynamics problems.

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1. A couch with a mass of 100 kg is placed on an adjustable ramp connected to a truck.If the couch slides down the ramp with an acceleration of 0.8 m/s^2:

2. find the normal force on the couch

3. my way:
Fg=m*9.81=981
Fnety=0N
981 sin 270+f sin 180+Fn sin 90=0N
-981Fn=0
Fn=981
my ans is wrong

hint:the ans shold be (Fn=959.6N)
 
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Hmm - I get Fn = ma*cot[arc sin(a/g) = 977.73 N

Assumes frictionless plane
 
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