How to find angle of inclination of an equilateral

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The discussion revolves around determining the angle of inclination of an equilateral ramp, specifically one with equal sides of 50m and a horizontal component force of 50 N acting on a 1kg mass.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore the properties of an equilateral triangle, with one suggesting that the angle must be 60 degrees based on the triangle's characteristics. Others question whether additional measures or calculations are necessary to find the angle of inclination.

Discussion Status

The discussion includes various interpretations of the problem, with some participants affirming the 60-degree angle while others express confusion about the need for further calculations. There is no explicit consensus on the necessity of additional measures.

Contextual Notes

Participants note confusion regarding the relationship between the horizontal force and the angle of inclination, indicating a potential gap in understanding the problem setup.

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Homework Statement


How do i find the angle of the incline of an equilateral ramp with equal sides of 50m and with a horizontal component force of 50 N on a mass of 1kg.


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The Attempt at a Solution



Even though i think of 'equal lateral triangle. wouldn't it be 60*?

But if not i would think that i can get the angle by taking the inverse sine right?

really confused...
 
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nickb145 said:

Homework Statement


How do i find the angle of the incline of an equilateral ramp with equal sides of 50m and with a horizontal component force of 50 N on a mass of 1kg.

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution



Even though i think of 'equal lateral triangle. wouldn't it be 60*?

But if not i would think that i can get the angle by taking the inverse sine right?

really confused...

Of course it's 60 degrees. The sum of the angles of any triangle is 180 degrees. An equilateral triangle has three equal angles. Yes? So anyone angle must be 60 degrees, yes?
 
That is what i thought, but i have no idea why someone else was telling me that i needed to find some other measure
 
But thank you for the input
 

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