Mechanics: Vectors and Forces in 2-D
Vectors and Forces in 2-D: Audio Guided Solution
Problem Set F2D13, Question 2:
A tow rope is used to move a 38.8-kg sled up a ski hill that is inclined at 18.5° above the horizontal. The tension in the toe rope is held constant at 138 N. The rope is aligned parallel to the ski hill. Neglect friction. How fast is the sled moving after being towed 63.9 m up the hill.
Audio Guided Solution
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... read the problem carefully and develop a mental picture of the physical situation. If necessary, sketch a simple diagram of the physical situation to help you visualize it.
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... identifies the known and unknown quantities in an organized manner, equating given values to the symbols used to represent the corresponding quantity - e.g., m = 1.25 kg, µ = 0.459, vo = 0.0 m/s, Ø = 41.6º, vf = ???.
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... uses physics formulas and conceptual reasoning to plot a strategy for solving for the unknown quantity.
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... identifies the appropriate formula(s) to use.
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... performs substitutions and algebraic manipulations in order to solve for the unknown quantity.
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