The smaller mass is 2 kg, the larger is 5 kg. The angle of inclination is θ = 60⁰. The acceleration of both masses is 1 m/s. Find the coefficient of friction.

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The smaller mass is 2 kg, the larger is 5 kg. The angle of inclination is θ = 60⁰. The acceleration of both masses is 1 m/s. Find the coefficient of friction.

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