Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Energy, work and power

Energy, work and power — practice question

A box of mass $50\,\text{kg}$ is stationary on a plane that is inclined at $10^\circ$ to the horizontal.
(i)[2]

Find an inequality that gives the coefficient of friction between the box and the plane.

(ii)[5]

The coefficient of friction between the box and the plane is in fact $0.19$. A girl applies a force of $50\,\text{N}$ to the box, acting down the line of greatest slope of the plane, for $5\,\text{m}$. She then stops pushing. Use an energy method to determine the speed of the box after it has moved another $5\,\text{m}$.

(iii)[2]

The box then moves onto a plane inclined at $20^\circ$ below the horizontal. It travels down a line of greatest slope of this plane. The coefficient of friction remains $0.19$, and the girl is no longer pushing the box. Find the acceleration of the box.

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Resolve the forces to obtain $R = 50g\cos10^\circ$ and $F = 50g\sin10^\circ$

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