A 20 kg crate rests on a horizontal rough floor

PHYSICS · Subjective · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

A 20 kg crate rests on a horizontal rough floor. The coefficient of static friction between the crate and the floor is 0.35. Calculate the smallest horizontal force that must be applied to the crate to make it start sliding. Give your answer in newtons.

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