Friction on Inclines

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

I can explain how friction affects an object sliding up or down a ramp.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Friction on Inclined Plane

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A box is sliding *down* a ramp. In which direction does the force of friction act on the box? Explain how friction affects the box's motion. A box is pushed *up* a ramp. In which direction does the force of friction act on the box? Explain how friction affects the box's motion.

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