Friction of a box pushed against a wall using 200N

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To find the friction of a box pushed against a wall with a force of 200N and a weight of 100N, one must consider the normal force and the coefficient of friction. The normal force in this scenario is equal to the applied force, which is 200N. The frictional force can be calculated using the equation F_friction = μ * N, where μ is the coefficient of friction and N is the normal force. Without the coefficient of friction, the exact friction force cannot be determined. Understanding these principles is essential for solving related physics problems.
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How would you find the friction of a box being pushed against a wall with a force of 200N and a weight of 100N?
 
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How would you find the friction of a box being pushed against a wall with a force of 200N and a weight of 100N?
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