Friction on Inclines

Grade 1245 min

Learning Objective

I can predict whether an object will slide down an inclined plane based on the angle of the plane, the coefficient of friction, and the object's weight.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Physics - Mechanics: The Inclined Plane (2 of 2) With Friction

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A 20 kg box is placed on an inclined plane that makes an angle of 20° with the horizontal. The coefficient of static friction between the box and the plane is 0.3. Will the box slide down the plane? Show your calculations and explain your reasoning. A 15 kg block is placed on an inclined plane that makes an angle of 35° with the horizontal. The coefficient of static friction between the block and the plane is 0.7. Will the block slide down the plane? Show your calculations and explain your reasoning.

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