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How hard would the man have to push to get the washer moving?
*This question is included in 06. Friction and Air Resistance, question #15
| (A) | 600 N |
| (B) | ... |
| (C) | ... |
| (D) | ... |
| (E) | ... |
| (F) | ... |
The solution is
Posted: 07/07/2014 07:04
If the maximal force of friction is 800 N and the man pushes with 800N would those forces not balance out and the washer not move
Posted: 07/07/2014 11:34
Dane, once the static friction is overcome, the kinetic friction takes over. The washer will not move until 800 N of force is exerted. The kinetic friction is .6*1000N or 600N, and so the washer will continue to move as long as the man applies >600N of force. You can actually try to do this at home. Try pushing a heavy box with no wheels on in. Once it moves, it will be easier to push because kinetic friction is lower than static friction.