The force P is applied to the 53−kg block when it is at rest. Determine the magnitude and direction of the friction force exerted by the surface on the block if (a) P = 0, (b) P = 164 N, and (c) P = 261 N. (d) What value of P is required to initiate motion up the incline? The static and kinetic coefficients of friction between the block and the incline are μ5 = 0.19 and μk = 0.13, respectively. The friction force is positive if up the incline, negative if down the incline. Answers: (a) F = N (b) F = N (c) F = N (d) P = N