Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780133840544
Author: George F. Limbrunner, Craig D'Allaird, Leonard Spiegel
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 6, Problem 6.35SP
A 47 lb body is supported on a plane inclined 33° to the horizontal, as shown. The coefficient of static friction between the body and the plane is 0.15. The body is subjected to a 29-lb force, acting as shown Determine whether the body will move up the plane, down the plane, or remain at rest.
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