Toboggan Physics Problem: Grade 12 Assignment Help | Work & Friction

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J.In summary, The conversation is about a student struggling with a physics assignment due tomorrow. The assignment includes calculating the work required to pull a toboggan up a hill at a constant velocity and the work done during the toboggan's slide down the hill. The student is seeking help with one of the more difficult questions.
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I'm in grade 12 physics and I'm having a lot of trouble so far. I have an assignment due tomorrow but I can't get this one hard question. Any help would be appreciated.

A 25.6kg child pulls a 4.81kg toboggan up a hill inclined at 25.7 degrees to the horizontal. The vertical height of the hill is 27.3 meters. Friction is negligible.

a) Determine how much work the child must do on the toboggan to pull it at a constant velocity up the hill.

b) This part of the question just asks your to repeat a) with a different angle.

c) The child now slides down the hill on the toboggan. Determine the total work on the child and the toboggan during the slide.

Thank you for your time.
 
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W = mgh

add the masses and multiply times gravity and hieght.

The total work will be zero, up is positive and down is negative.

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Hello! I completely understand your struggle with this physics problem. It can be challenging to apply concepts and equations to real-life scenarios, but with practice and some guidance, you can definitely tackle it.

To solve this problem, we need to use the formula for work, which is W = Fd, where W is work, F is the force applied, and d is the distance traveled. We also need to consider the force of gravity and the angle of the hill.

a) To determine the work the child must do on the toboggan, we need to find the force applied by the child. This can be calculated using the formula F = mg, where m is the mass and g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2). So, the force applied by the child is (25.6kg + 4.81kg)(9.8 m/s^2) = 297.6N. Now, we need to find the distance traveled, which is the vertical height of the hill (27.3m) divided by the sine of the angle (25.7 degrees). So, d = 27.3m / sin(25.7) = 62.3m. Finally, we can calculate the work done by the child: W = (297.6N)(62.3m) = 18,530.5 Joules.

b) To repeat this calculation with a different angle, we simply need to plug in the new angle into the formula. Let's say the new angle is 30 degrees. So, d = 27.3m / sin(30) = 54.6m. The work done by the child would then be W = (297.6N)(54.6m) = 16,245.6 Joules.

c) To determine the total work during the slide, we need to consider the force of gravity pulling the child and toboggan down the hill. The force of gravity can be calculated using the formula F = mg, where m is the combined mass of the child and toboggan (25.6kg + 4.81kg = 30.41kg) and g is still 9.8 m/s^2. So, F = (30.41)(9.8) = 297.6N. Now, the distance traveled during the slide is the same as in part a) and b
 

FAQ: Toboggan Physics Problem: Grade 12 Assignment Help | Work & Friction

What is a toboggan physics problem?

A toboggan physics problem refers to a question or scenario that involves the principles of physics being applied to the motion of a toboggan. This could include questions about acceleration, friction, and other forces that affect the movement of the toboggan.

What are the key factors that affect the physics of a toboggan?

The key factors that affect the physics of a toboggan include the weight of the toboggan, the angle of the slope it is on, the surface and conditions of the slope, and any external forces such as wind or friction.

How does the angle of the slope affect the toboggan's motion?

The angle of the slope affects the toboggan's motion by determining the amount of gravitational force acting on the toboggan. A steeper slope will result in a greater gravitational force, causing the toboggan to accelerate faster. A flatter slope will result in a weaker gravitational force and slower acceleration.

What role does friction play in toboggan physics?

Friction plays a significant role in toboggan physics as it determines the resistance the toboggan experiences while sliding down the slope. The type of surface and conditions of the slope, such as snow or ice, can greatly affect the amount of friction and therefore the toboggan's speed and trajectory.

How can the physics of a toboggan be calculated and predicted?

The physics of a toboggan can be calculated and predicted using principles of physics such as Newton's laws of motion and equations for calculating forces, acceleration, and velocity. Factors such as mass, slope angle, and friction can be used to determine the toboggan's motion and predict its trajectory.

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