Friction force on an inclined plane

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Homework Statement



Diagram of a block labeled m on an inclined plane of length d at angle θ; the top half of the plane is marked smooth and the lower half rough, with a right-angle symbol at the base.


So that is the question.

Homework Equations



The relevant equations I've used are:

Ff=μN

Ff=μkmgcosθ



The Attempt at a Solution



I don't even know what Ff is? I believe this question involves using toa, cah, soh, but i really am confused about how i should go about with it. :( Can somebody please help me?
 
The problem statement provides a good deal more information than is required to answer the question. Can you identify the minimum data that is needed to answer the question?

If you don't know what Ff is, then you had better refer to your class notes to learn what Ff is.
 
Daisy said:

I don't even know what Ff is? I believe this question involves using toa, cah, soh, but i really am confused about how i should go about with it. :( Can somebody please help me?

Hi Daisy.Welcome to Physics forum.
I have made a figure for you.Please have a look here.
Free-body diagram of a block on an inclined plane at angle A, showing normal force R, friction Ff, weight Mg, and tilted X and Y axes with dashed component lines.



From this figure resolve mg on X and Y axis then use Newton's second law in Y direction.
And from formula Ff =μR you can find frictional force.