A force f acts on a block which rest on a smooth inclined plane as shown. indicate all forces acting on the block including the resolved components of f. II. Write down the component of f along the plane. II. Write equations represent in equilibrium of the block

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A force f acts on a block which rest on a smooth inclined plane as shown. indicate all forces acting on the block including the resolved components of f.

II. Write down the component of f along the plane.

II. Write equations represent in equilibrium of the block.

F
300
200
(i) Write down the component of F along the plane.
(ii) Write equations representing equilibrium of the
block.
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From the diagram, we can clearly see that the force F is at an angle 50 (30+20) degrees from the plane.

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Hence, we can indicate all the forces acting on the block using the free body diagram as below.

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Here, N is the normal force perpendicular to the surface

mg is the weight of the block

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