An object at rest on an inclined plane starts to slide when the incline angle is increased to 17°.What is the coefficient of static friction between the object and the incline? (Use g = 9.8 m/s². ) A)0.31 B)0.27 C)0.33 D)0.37

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The coefficient of static friction is given by the formula μs = tan θ, where θ is the angle of inclination at which the object starts to slide. Therefore, μs = tan 17° = 0.31.

An Object at Rest on an Inclined Plane Starts to Slide