How Does Normal Force Relate to Friction and Acceleration?

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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


a = Fnet / m

The Attempt at a Solution


Fw= 80 * 9.8
= 784

(.30)(80.0)(9.8)
= 235.2
 

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