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Calculate the magnitude of the force required to just move a 20kg object along a ...

Calculate the magnitude of the force required to just move a 20kg object along a horizontal surface if the coefficient of friction is 0.2. [g = 10ms-2]
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  • A 400.0N
  • B 40.0N
  • C 4.0N
  • D 0.4N
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
F = \(\mu\)mg
= 0.2 x 20 x 10
= 40N

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