Friction on Inclines

Unknown Grade45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can predict whether an object will slide down an inclined plane based on the forces acting on it, including friction.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Explain in your own words how friction affects the motion of an object on an inclined plane.

2. Draw a free body diagram for a block of wood resting on an inclined plane. Label all forces acting on the block.

3. A box is placed on an inclined plane. What measurements would you need to take to determine whether the box will slide down the plane? Explain why each measurement is important.

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