Question: A heavy sled is being pulled by two people. The coefficient of static friction between the sled and the ground is s = 0.587, the coefficient of kinetic friction is k = 0.405, and the combined mass of the sled and its load is m = 321 kg. The ropes are separated by an angle theta = 24° and they make an angle phi with the horizontal.
Part A: Assuming both ropes pull equally hard, what is the minimum rope tension required to get the sled moving?
I need help to find the minimum rope tension required to get the sled moving.