The System in the Figure Is Moving with Constant Speed $\beta$

question 13

Multiple Choice

The system in the figure is moving with constant speed v to the right on a stationary ramp.The system will accelerate to the right if

• A)angle \(\beta\) is increased.
• B)angle \(\alpha\) is increased.
• C)coefficient of friction µ_k for surface A is increased.
• D)coefficient of friction µ_k for surface B is increased.
• E)normal force on block 2 is increased.

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