Understanding the Forces Acting on a Block on a Frictionless Incline

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A block on a frictionless incline is held in place by a massless string that is horizontal to the incline. The primary forces acting on the block include the gravitational force, which can be broken into components parallel and perpendicular to the incline, and the tension in the string. The gravitational force causes the block to want to slide down, while the tension in the string counteracts this force, keeping the block stationary. Understanding these forces is crucial for analyzing the block's equilibrium. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing how gravity and tension interact in this scenario.
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A Block Is Held In Place On A Frictionless Incline By A Massless String. The String Is Horizontal. What Forces Are Exerted On The Block?

Can Someone Explain This To Me!??
 
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Faiza said:
A Block Is Held In Place On A Frictionless Incline By A Massless String. The String Is Horizontal. What Forces Are Exerted On The Block?

Can Someone Explain This To Me!??

How can the string be horizontal but also be on a frictionless incline? Did you summarise the question? I'll just assume you meant horizontal to the incline.

Consider what forces are acting on the block. Consider the role gravity plays in making the block want to accelerate downward and the role other forces are playing to keep it still. Which force(s) is/are this/these? It may help to break gravity up into components parallel and perpendicular to the frictionless incline.
 
the force of gravity and the string?
 
Well yeah but to be more accurate the tension in the string.
 

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