A block is released from rest at the top of a rough plane inclined at to the horizontal
PHYSICS · Multi-part · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Force and Translational Dynamics · Force and Translational Dynamics
Problem
A 2kg block is released from rest at the top of a rough plane inclined at 37∘ to the horizontal. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the plane is 0.25.
(i) Calculate the normal reaction exerted by the plane on the block.
(ii) Determine the magnitude of the kinetic friction force acting on the block.
(iii) Find the acceleration of the block as it slides down the plane.