Inclined plane, Calculate friction force

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The discussion focuses on calculating the friction force on an inclined plane using the work-energy theorem. An initial calculation yielded a friction force of 12.28N, which was questioned as potentially too high. After reviewing the calculations, the correct friction force was determined to be 11N. The participants confirmed the revised calculation as accurate. The conversation emphasizes the importance of careful calculations in physics problems.
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Homework Statement



work.jpg


Homework Equations



Wnet = Ek

The Attempt at a Solution



1) That was fine.
2) I just want to confirm if this answer is right?, I got 12.28N. Used work energy theorem.

Sorry for double post, edited the title
 
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TheRedDevil18 said:

Homework Statement



work.jpg


Homework Equations



Wnet = Ek

The Attempt at a Solution



1) That was fine.
2) I just want to confirm if this answer is right?, I got 12.28N. Used work energy theorem.

Sorry for double post, edited the title

Seems a bit high. Pls post your working.
 
haruspex said:
Seems a bit high. Pls post your working.

Sorry my mistake, forgot something in my calculation. Anyway here's my working

Wnet = Ek
Wg + Wf + Wn = 1/2*m(vf^2 - vi^2)
(5*9.8*sin30*20) - 20Ff + 0 = 1/2*5(12^2 - 6^2)...That 20 is the length of the incline
Ff = 11N...Now correct?
 
TheRedDevil18 said:
Sorry my mistake, forgot something in my calculation. Anyway here's my working

Wnet = Ek
Wg + Wf + Wn = 1/2*m(vf^2 - vi^2)
(5*9.8*sin30*20) - 20Ff + 0 = 1/2*5(12^2 - 6^2)...That 20 is the length of the incline
Ff = 11N...Now correct?

Yes, that looks right.
 
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