Answer:
1.0×10³ N
Explanation:
μs is the static coefficient of friction. That's the friction that acts on a stationary (non-moving) object when being pushed or pulled.
μk is the kinetic coefficient of friction. That's the friction that acts on a moving object.
To budge the pig (while it's still stationary), we need to overcome the static friction.
F = N μs
For a non-moving object on level ground, the normal force N equals the weight.
F = mg μs
Given m = 130 kg and μs = 0.80:
F = (130 kg) (9.8 m/s²) (0.80)
F = 1019.2 N
Rounded to two significant figures, the force needed to budge the pig is 1.0×10³ N.
