The problem asks to find the coefficient of kinetic friction ($\mu_k$) between a block and an inclined surface.

**Given dataThe problem asks to find the coefficient of kinetic friction ($\mu_k$) between a block and an inclined surface.

**Given **

• Mass of the block: $m = 1.5 \, \text{kg}$
• Angle of the incline: $\theta = 37^\circ$
• Distance traveled: $d = 2.0 \, \text{m}$
• Final velocity: $v = 4.0 \, \text{m/s}$
• Initial velocity: $u = 0 \, \text{m/s}$ (since the block is released from rest)
• Acceleration is constant.

Step 1: Use kinematic equation to find acceleration ($a$)

We can use the equation: $v^2 = u^2 + 2ad$ Substituting the known values: $(4.0 \, \text{m/s})^2 = (0 \, \text{m/s})^2 + 2a(2.0 \, \text{m})$ $16 = 4a$ $a = 4 \, \text{m/s}^2$

Step 2: Analyze forces along the incline

The forces acting on the block along the incline are:

• Gravitational force component along the incline: $F_g = mg \sin \theta$
• Kinetic friction force: $F_f = \mu_k mg \cos \theta$

Using Newton's second law ($F = ma$), the net force along the incline is: $mg \sin \theta - \mu_k mg \cos \theta = ma$

Step 3: Solve for the coefficient of kinetic friction ($\mu_k$)

Simplify the equation: $g \sin \theta - \mu_k g \cos \theta = a$ Substitute $g = 9.8 \, \text{m/s}^2$, $a = 4 \, \text{m/s}^2$, and $\theta = 37^\circ$: $9.8 \sin 37^\circ - \mu_k 9.8 \cos 37^\circ = 4$ Using the values $\sin 37^\circ \approx 0.6018$ and $\cos 37^\circ \approx 0.7986$, we get: $9.8(0.6018) - \mu_k 9.8(0.7986) = 4$ $5.8976 - 7.827 \mu_k = 4$ $5.8976 - 4 = 7.827 \mu_k$ $1.8976 = 7.827 \mu_k$ $\mu_k = \frac{1.8976}{7.827} \approx 0.2425$

Step 4: Select the closest answer

The closest answer to $\mu_k = 0.2425$ is (B) 0.25.

Would you like further clarification on any step?

Here are 5 related questions:

1. How does the angle of incline affect the motion of the block?
2. What would happen if the surface had no friction?
3. How is the normal force on the block related to the incline's angle?
4. What is the significance of constant acceleration in this problem?
5. How can we derive the value of kinetic friction in real-world problems?

Tip: Always double-check the kinematic equations for accuracy when solving physics problems involving motion.