Friction on Inclined Planes
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Objective
I can predict whether an object will slide down an inclined plane based on the angle of the plane and the coefficient of friction.
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Practice
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Define the coefficient of kinetic friction and explain its role in determining whether an object will slide down an inclined plane.
An object is placed on an inclined plane. List the forces acting on the object and describe the direction of each force.
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Exit ticket
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“A block is placed on an inclined plane. The angle of the plane is 35°, and the coefficient of kinetic friction between the block and the plane is 0.6. Will the block slide down the plane? 🤔 Explain your reasoning. A box is placed on an inclined ramp. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the box and the ramp is 0.4. What is the maximum angle of the ramp, in degrees, at which the box will *not* slide down the ramp on its own? 📐 Show your work.”
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