Question

A block of mass 15.0 kg slides down a ramp inclined at 28.0∘ above the horizontal. As it slides, a kinetic friction force of 30.0 N parallel to the ramp acts on it. If the block slides for 5.50 m along the ramp, find the work done on the block by friction.

Answer 1

Work is done by friction = -165 J

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:

Mass of block (m) = 15 kg

Ramp inclined = 28°

Friction force (f) = 30 N

Distance (d) = 5.5 m

Find:

Work is done by friction.

Computation:

Work is done by friction = -Fd

Work is done by friction = -(30)(5.5)

Work is done by friction = -165 J