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2 bodies on an incline plane

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Friction on an Incline Plane

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Two blocks,  A & B,  rest on a slope at an angle of incline θ. 

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The mass and coefficents of friction between the crates and the plane are:

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mass (kg)Coefficient of Friction (μ)
Crate A{mass_crate_A}{co_eff_A}
Crate B{mass_crate_B}{co_eff_B}
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Part a) Calculate (to within 1 decimal place) the angle θ when Crate A begins to slide.

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Part b) Calculate (to within 1 decimal place) the angle θ when Crate B begins to slide.

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Part c) If the 2 masses are connected at points C & D by a cable.

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Calculate the angle (to within 1 decimal place) the two joined crates begin to slide.

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Ensure you include a free body diagram in your workings. 

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