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The discussion revolves around a physics problem involving a wedge and a block sliding down its incline. The first part of the problem, calculating the net force on the block, was successfully solved as mgsin(theta). The second part, determining the force exerted by the wall on the wedge, is proving challenging for the user. Participants suggest approaching the problem by visualizing the forces acting on the block and recommend drawing a diagram for clarity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the applicable concepts in solving the problem.
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A wedge with an inclination of angle theta rests next to a wall. A block of mass m is sliding down the plane, as shown. There is no friction between the wedge and the block or between the wedge and the horizontal surface.

1) Find the magnitude, F_net, of the sum of all forces acting on the block.

Which I found to be mgsin(theta) and is the correct answer

2) Find the magnitude, F_ww, of the force that the wall exerts on the wedge. Express F_ww in terms of theta and m, along with any necessary constants.

This second part is the part I am having trouble with

Thanks
 
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msilva731 said:
2) Find the magnitude, F_ww, of the force that the wall exerts on the wedge. Express F_ww in terms of theta and m, along with any necessary constants.
Welcome to PF msilva,

How do you think that this problem should be approached. Which concepts are applicable?

P.S. For future reference, we have homework forums for such problems.
 
Hey msilva, why don't you start by drawing up the problem, then try to imagine the forces acting upon your block.
 

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