Question

A block is on a surface with µs=0.276. It takes 1.11 N to break it free from static friction. What is the mass of the block?

Answer 1

0.407 kg

Step-by-step explanation:

Given :

Coefficient of static friction, µs = 0.276

Force, F = 1.1 N

Using the relation :

μ = F/N

N = normal reaction ; N = mg

μ = F / mg

g = acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s²

0.276 = 1.1 / m * 9.8

0.276 = 1.1 / 9.8m

0.276 * 9.8m = 1.1

2.7048m = 1.1

m = 1.1 / 2.7048

m = 0.4066844

Mass = 0.407 kg