A 142-lb box is held at rest on a smooth surface (p = 3°) inclined by a force, 'P' making an angle '0' with the incline. If 0 = 88°, determine the value of the force, 'P'. P

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A 142-lb box is held at rest on a smooth surface (p = 3°) inclined by a force, 'P' making an angle '0' with the incline. If 0 = 88°, determine the
value of the force, 'P'.
P
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