An object is known to have a coefficient of kinetic friction (µk) of 0.167 and a coefficient of static friction (µk) of 0.42. If the normal force is 200 N, how much frictional force will it encounter while it is moving?
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Answer:
Ff = 33.4N
Explanation:
To find the frictional force while the object is moving, you take into account that the friction force depends of the coefficient of kinetic friction.
The frictional force is given by:
Ff: frictional force = ?
µk: coefficient of kinetic friction = 0.167
N: normal force of the object = 200N
You replace the values of the parameters in the equation (1):
The frictional force, while the objects is moving, is 33.4N