A block rests on a horizontal table

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

Problem

A 2.0 kg2.0\,\text{kg} block rests on a horizontal table. A 10 N10\,\text{N} horizontal force is suddenly applied eastward, but the block has not yet begun to move. State the direction of the friction force on the block at this instant and specify whether it is static or kinetic.

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