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A block of mass \( 5 \, \text{kg} \) is placed on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of friction between the block and the surface is \( 0.4 \). What is the force of friction acting on the block?
A block of mass \( 5 \, \text{kg} \) is placed on a horizontal surface. The coefficient of friction between the block and the surface is \( 0.4 \). What is the force of friction acting on the block?
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Remember: The force of friction depends on both the coefficient of friction and the normal force, which is equal to the weight of the object when on a horizontal surface.
Updated On: Nov 26, 2025
\( 20 \, \text{N} \)
- \( 15 \, \text{N} \)
\( 10 \, \text{N} \)
- \( 25 \, \text{N} \)
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