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A particle \(P\) of mass 8 kg is on a smooth plane inclined at an angle of \(30 ^ { \circ }\) to the horizontal. A force of magnitude 100 N , making an angle of \(\theta ^ { \circ }\) with a line of greatest slope and lying in the vertical plane containing the line of greatest slope, acts on \(P\) (see diagram).
- Given that \(P\) is in equilibrium, show that \(\theta = 66.4\), correct to 1 decimal place, and find the normal reaction between the plane and \(P\).
- Given instead that \(\theta = 30\), find the acceleration of \(P\).