How Do You Solve Newton's Force Problem with Given Mass and Acceleration?

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The discussion focuses on solving Newton's force problem involving a 10 kg mass and its maximum static friction force. The correct approach requires calculating the maximum static friction using the formula F_friction = μ_s * N, where μ_s is the coefficient of static friction and N is the normal force. Additionally, applying Newton's second law, F = ma, allows for the determination of acceleration, emphasizing that the pulley does not affect this calculation.

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my answers and the correct answers don't match up. if someone could show me step by step how i should go about solving it that would be koo.
 
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a) What is the maximum static friction force that can be placed on the 10 kg mass? What force F produces that force on the 10 kg mass?

b) Using F = ma where m is the total mass, you should be able to determine the acceleration. Hint: The pulley has no bearing on part b).

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