A 10 kg block rests on a 15° rough incline

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

Problem

A 10 kg block rests on a 15° rough incline. The coefficient of static friction between the block and the incline is 0.45. Find the minimum additional force, applied parallel to the incline and directed downhill, required to make the block start sliding. Answer in newtons.

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