Question

1. If you use an applied force of 45N to slide a 12Kg wooden crate across a floor at a constant velocity, what is the coefficient of kinetic friction between the crate and the floor?

Answer 1

Coefficient of kinetic friction = 0.38 (Approx.)

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:

Applied force = 45 N

Mass of wooden crate = 12 kg

Find:

Coefficient of kinetic friction

Computation:

Coefficient of kinetic friction = Applied force / (Mass)(Acceleration due to gravity)

Coefficient of kinetic friction = 45 / (12)(9.8)

Coefficient of kinetic friction = 45 / 117.6

Coefficient of kinetic friction = 0.3826

Coefficient of kinetic friction = 0.38 (Approx.)