Someone check if this is correct: Finding force one object on another. Quick one

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The problem involves determining the force exerted by package B on package A as they slide down a ramp together. The context includes the acceleration of the system and the mass of package B.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

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  • The original poster attempts to apply Newton's second law (F = ma) to calculate the force based on the given mass and acceleration. Other participants inquire about the frictional force involved in the system and how it was determined.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the problem setup and the role of friction. There is no explicit consensus yet, as questions about the frictional force remain unanswered.

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Homework Statement



The question asks me: Determine the force of package B on Package A.

Now package A and package B are sliding down a ramp together, so they have the exact same acceleration. The acceleration of the system is 1.8 m/s^2 and the mass of package B is 10kg

So, is it simply F = ma

F = (10kg)(1.8) = 18 N ?


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What did you use as the frictional force for the system?

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