Friction on Inclines

Unknown Grade45 min

Learning Objective

I can predict whether an object will slide down an inclined plane based on the forces acting on it.

Lesson Flow

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7 min

Introductory Static Friction on an Incline Problem

Flipping Physics

Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A block is at rest on an inclined plane. If the angle of the incline is slightly increased, but the block remains at rest, what must be true about the force of static friction? A box is on an inclined plane and is just about to slide. If the mass of the box is doubled, will the box slide immediately, remain at the point of almost sliding, or remain stable? Explain your reasoning.

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