Ice Cube Pressure on Incline: Solve for F

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The discussion focuses on calculating the pressure exerted by an ice cube sliding down a frictionless incline at a 16-degree angle. The cube has a density of 917 kg/m³ and dimensions of 0.75 m per side. The pressure (P) is derived from the formula P = F / A, where A is the area of the cube's base (0.42 m²). The force (F) acting on the cube is determined using F = ma, where 'm' is the mass of the cube calculated from its density and volume.

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An ice cube, p = 917 kg/m^3, is sliding down a 16 degree frictionless incline. The sides of the cube each have a length of .75 m. What pressure does the cube exert on the incline?

P = F / A
= F / .75^3
= F / .42


F = ma
= 917 * a

I am having a problem figuring out the Force for this equation. I know it's simple, just can't put my finger on it. Please help.
 
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Which force is acting on the cube? One component of that force is in the direction of the motion of the cube, and one is perpendicular to the contact surface (m^2 !) of the cube and the incline.
 

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