(a)[7]
The block accelerates at $0.2\,\text{m s}^{-2}$. Determine $T$.
(b)[2]
The block starts from rest. Work out the distance covered by the block in the fourth second of motion.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Kinematics of motion in a straight line
Kinematics of motion in a straight line — practice question
A block with mass $8\,\text{kg}$ rests on a rough plane that is tilted at $18^\circ$ to the horizontal. It is dragged up the plane by a light string, which is set at an angle of $26^\circ$ above a line of greatest slope. The string has tension $T\,\text{N}$ (see diagram). The coefficient of friction between the block and plane is $0.65$.