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SK asked in Science & MathematicsPhysics · 1 decade ago

Physics: friction, force, mass....?

A force of 61.7 N is required to start a 7.0 -kg box moving across a horizontal concrete floor.

What is the coefficient of static friction between the box and the floor?

If the 61.7 N force continues, the box accelerates at 0.60 m/s^2. What is the coefficient of kinetic friction?

I missed this part of my class lecture and have no idea how to do this. Can someone show me the steps as well as the answer?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    the coef. of friction is mu

    the equation you want to use is (mu)mg=ma

    F=ma

    61.7=7a

    a=8.81m/s^2

    the m's can cancel

    mu=(8.81)

    I think this is right but i always forget how to do this problem..sorry

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    1 decade ago

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