F m A block of mass m is pulled along a rough horizontal surface by a force F that is applied at an angle e above the horizontal. The block moves at a constant horizontal acceleration a. Express all the results in terms of m, 0, F, a, and fundamental constants. a. Draw and label a free-body diagram showing all the forces acting on the block. b. Write an expression for the normal force applied by the surface to the block. c. Determine the coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the surface.

F m A block of mass m is pulled along a rough horizontal surface by a force F that is applied at an angle e above the horizontal. The block moves at a constant horizontal acceleration a. Express all the results in terms of m, 0, F, a, and fundamental constants. a. Draw and label a free-body diagram showing all the forces acting on the block. b. Write an expression for the normal force applied by the surface to the block. c. Determine the coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the surface.

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Chapter4: The Laws Of Motion

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Problem 84AP: In Figure P1.84, the pulleys and the cord are light, all surfaces are frictionless, and the cord...

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