Physics Laboratory Manual
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A 5.00 kg block rests on a horizontal plane. A force of 10.0 N applied horizontally causes the block to move horizontally at constant velocity. What is the coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the plane? Assume g = 9.80 m/s2. Show your work.
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