A block rests on a horizontal table

PHYSICS · Multi-part · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics

Problem

2\,\text{kg}

block rests on a horizontal table. A horizontal force of

5\,\text{N}

is applied to the block. The coefficient of static friction between the block and the table is

0.30

. Take

g = 10\,\text{m s}^{-2}

. (i) Draw a free-body diagram of the block. (ii) Calculate the magnitude and direction of the frictional force acting on the block.