In the Figure, the Coefficient of Kinetic Friction Between the Surface

question 47

Multiple Choice

In the figure, the coefficient of kinetic friction between the surface and the larger block is 0.20, and the coefficient of kinetic friction between the surface and the smaller block is 0.30. If F = 10 N and M = 1.0 kg, what is the tension in the connecting string?

• A) 8.0 N
• B) 6.0 N
• C) 6.7 N
• D) 8.7 N
• E) 3.0 N

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