Kinetic friction for mu_k = 0.25 and F_N = 80 N

Solution

Physics · Easy

Assumptions: the object is sliding, so kinetic friction applies.
Use f_k = mu_k F_N.
f_k = (0.25)(80 N)
f_k = 20 N
The kinetic friction force has magnitude 20 N and acts opposite the motion.

Result

20 N