Friction on Inclines
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can predict whether an object will slide down an inclined plane based on the angle of the incline, the coefficient of friction, and the object's weight.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Define the coefficient of kinetic friction and explain its relationship to the force of kinetic friction.
2. Explain how the angle of an inclined plane affects the component of gravitational force acting parallel to the plane.
3. A block is placed on an inclined plane. Describe the steps you would take to draw a free body diagram for the block, including all relevant forces and their components.
...and 4 more questions
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