Solving Forces on an Inclined Ice Block: 6.2 kg, 17 degrees, u = 0.030

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The problem involves a 6.2 kg block of ice on a 17-degree incline, with a coefficient of friction of 0.030. Participants are discussing the forces acting on the block and the steps needed to analyze the situation.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the need to draw a free body diagram (FBD) and identify the forces acting on the block, including gravitational force, normal force, and frictional force. Questions about the specific calculations and interpretations of these forces are raised.

Discussion Status

The discussion is in the early stages, with participants clarifying the problem statement and outlining the forces involved. Some guidance on identifying the forces has been provided, but there is no explicit consensus on the next steps or calculations.

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There is an indication that the original poster is struggling with the initial setup and understanding of the forces involved, and the discussion is focused on foundational concepts rather than specific calculations.

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Homework Statement


A 6.2 kg block of ice is placed on a 17 degree ice incline. (u = 0.030)


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I'm pretty much lost
 
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Is there a question you can provide in your problem statement?
 
Oh yeah my bad i forgot to add that haha...First of all I'm supposed to draw a FBD, and then I have to find the Net force
 
well first of all you have the force mg on the object down. The normal force 90 degrees to the plane of motion and the friction force opposing motion.
 

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