Newton's 2nd Law/Coefficient of friction

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The problem involves a sled on an inclined plane, held by a cord, and requires determining the angle of inclination based on the force exerted by the cord and the coefficient of static friction. The context includes a plot of force versus coefficient of friction.

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  • The original poster attempts various methods to solve for the angle, including setting acceleration to zero and considering static friction. Some participants question the visibility of the figures necessary for understanding the problem.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the figures and attempting to assist the original poster in resolving the problem. There is no explicit consensus yet, as multiple interpretations and attempts are being explored.

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Participants note issues with accessing the figures, which are crucial for solving the problem, and there is uncertainty regarding the correct angle of inclination.

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In the figure a sled being held on an inclined plane by a cord pulling directly up the plane. The sled is to be on the verge of moving up the plane. In the lower figure data is plotted with the magnitude F required of the cord's force on the sled is plotted versus a range of values for the coeffient of static friction μs between sled and plane. F1 = 10.50 N, F2 = 26.25 N, and μ2 = 0.290. At what angle θ is the plane inclined? (deg)
http://nplq1.phyast.pitt.edu/res/sc/gblanpied/courses/usclib/hrw8/hrwpictures/hrw8c6f028.jpg
http://nplq1.phyast.pitt.edu/res/sc/gblanpied/courses/usclib/hrw8/hrwpictures/hrw8c6f034.jpg

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I've tried pretty much everything i can think of on this problem and can't seem to get any answer that makes sense. I tried to set the acceleration equal to zero but i kind of think that in order to find the angle i would need the greatest static friction possible but i don't really know how to do that.
 
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Cannot see the figure as it requires a login ID.
 
except the angle is not 20 deg but only theta in my picture
 
Can someone please help? I think I've fixed the link to the pictures and i still need assistance if possible
 
there is no figure...
 

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