Mechanics inclined plane question

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A small object with mass m has an initial velocity u at point A and experiences a reduction in the reaction force at point B to half its previous value. The coefficient of friction between the object and the surface is μ=0.3, which is crucial for calculating the frictional force. The discussion hints at using the equation F = μR and possibly SUVAT equations to solve for the initial velocity u. The normal force drops after point B, impacting the frictional force acting on the object. The calculated initial velocity u is determined to be 2.46 m/s.
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A small object of mass m is given an initial velocity u at point A. Just after it passes B the reaction force between the object and the surface drops at half the previous value. If the coefficient of friction between the object and the surface is μ=0.3, find the initial velocity u.
ω0 =10rad/s
Ans: 2.46 m/s


Homework Equations


F = μR
Possibly SUVAT equations?

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It's traditional for you to show you have made some attempt at the question.

Hints:
Why does the normal force after point B drop?
What's the definition of μ?
 

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