OCR M1 2009 June — Question 6

Exam BoardOCR
ModuleM1 (Mechanics 1)
Year2009
SessionJune
TopicFriction

6 A block \(B\) of weight 10 N is projected down a line of greatest slope of a plane inclined at an angle of \(20 ^ { \circ }\) to the horizontal. \(B\) travels down the plane at constant speed.
  1. (a) Find the components perpendicular and parallel to the plane of the contact force between \(B\) and the plane.
    (b) Hence show that the coefficient of friction is 0.364 , correct to 3 significant figures.

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    \(B\) is in limiting equilibrium when acted on by a force of \(T \mathrm {~N}\) directed towards the plane at an angle of \(45 ^ { \circ }\) to a line of greatest slope (see diagram). Given that the frictional force on \(B\) acts down the plane, find \(T\).