PURPOSE: To demonstrate equilibrium of forces.
DESCRIPTION: Given an angle of inclination a of the inclined plane, this apparatus demonstrates that the mass m required to hold a cart of mass M at equilibrium on the inclined plane is given by:
SUGGESTIONS:
EQUIPMENT: Inclined plane with pulley, cart, and weight set, as photographed.
SETUP TIME: 5 min.
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