A 55-Kg Box Rests on a Horizontal Surface

question 61

Multiple Choice

A 55-kg box rests on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of static friction between the box and the surface is 0.30. A horizontal 140-N force is applied to the box. What is the friction force on the box?

• A) 140 N
• B) 16.5 N
• C) 160 N
• D) 42 N
• E) 0.00 N

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