Manipal MET2016PhysicsLaws of Motion
A mass m is placed on a wedge (triangular block) of mass M . The wedge moves on a smooth horizontal surface what should be the force F applied on the wedge to the right, so that m remains stationary with respect to wedge. (Ignore any friction)
Options
- Ag
- Bm g
- C(M+m) g
- D(M+m) g cosec
Correct answer
C. (M+m) g
Step-by-step solution
From figure, m g =m a a=g Force, F=(M+m) a=(M+m) g