Calculating Forces & Friction on a Block Resting on an Incline

In summary, the conversation discusses a 5 kg block resting on a 30-degree incline and the coefficient of static friction between the block and incline being 0.2. The main question is how large a horizontal force must be applied to the block for it to be on the verge of sliding up or down the incline. The formula being used to solve this problem is ##ma=F_{app}-\mu_kmg - mg\sin{\theta}## and the direction of friction is not specified.
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A 5 kg block rests on a 30degree incline
the coefficient of static friction is between the block and incline is 0.2
how large a horizontal force must push on the block if the block is to be on the verge of sliding a)up the incline and b) down the incline

So far I have ma=Fapp-(m)mg-mgsin30
where (m) is miu or friction co-efficient

ive been working on this for a long time but not sure how to get the answers
any help will be much appreciated!
 
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Welcome to PF;
Would you be able to do this if the block were not on an incline?

So far you have ##ma=F_{app}-\mu_kmg - mg\sin{\theta}## (resist the urge to put the numbers in so soon).

Is this for pushing the block up or down the slope?
Which direction does friction act?

According to the description: what is the acceleration?
 

1. What is a force?

A force is a push or pull that causes an object to move, change direction, or change shape. It is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude (size) and direction.

2. What is friction?

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact. It is caused by the microscopic roughness of surfaces and can be affected by factors such as surface texture, weight, and the type of material.

3. How does friction affect motion?

Friction can either increase or decrease the speed of an object depending on the direction of the force. It can also cause an object to stop moving or change direction.

4. What are the different types of friction?

The three types of friction are static friction, which prevents an object from moving when a force is applied; kinetic friction, which opposes motion between two surfaces in contact; and rolling friction, which occurs when an object rolls over a surface.

5. How can friction be reduced?

Friction can be reduced by using lubricants, such as oil or grease, between two surfaces, or by making surfaces smoother. Reducing the weight of an object can also decrease the amount of friction acting on it.

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