How Do You Calculate the Acceleration of a Box on Banked Wheels?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the acceleration of a box on banked wheels, specifically addressing the acceleration denoted as xM for a box with mass M. One participant claims to have calculated xM as 0.67 m, but others point out that this value lacks the appropriate units for acceleration. The conversation highlights the need for clarity in the equations used, as one equation presented appears non-standard and requires further explanation of its symbols. Additionally, the free body diagram provided is criticized for being difficult to read, indicating a need for clearer visual aids. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of proper unit usage and clear communication in physics problem-solving.
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Homework Statement
Hello dear members,
at the Moment im studying for an examn in dynamics and i cant solve this Task. The answer which i have is xM=0.67g.
Relevant Equations
F=M*a
Mt=m*phi*r/2
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A homogen box with the mass M rolls without sliding on two round wheels. The wheels with mass mass m are also homogen and roll without sliding, on top of the banked Surface. We use Gravitation g.

Find the accelration xM of the box

I don't know which solution is correct. i got 0.67 m for xM.

the free Body Diagram can be seen in the attached files
 

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tamim94 said:
i got 0.67 m for xM.
Please show how you arrived at your answer. (This is a requirement for posts in the homework forums.)
Are you using xM to denote the acceleration of mass M? That doesn't seem very appropriate. Your answer of 0.67 m does not have the correct units for acceleration.
Homework Equations::
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Mt=m*phi*r/2
This doesn't look like a standard equation. Please explain the meaning of the symbols.

the free Body Diagram can be seen in the attached files
Your diagram is very hard to read.
 
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