Answer:
Part a)

Part b)

Explanation:
Part a)
If block is sliding up then net force must be zero and friction will be in opposite to the direction of motion of the block


so we have





Part b)
If block is sliding down then net force must be zero and friction will be in opposite to the direction of motion of the block


so we have





Answer: the 30gram will hit the ground first
Explanation:the 30gram bullet will hit the ground first because it is fired
Mechanical advantage of a machine is the ratio of the output force over the input force or M=Fo/Fi. Since M=1, Fi=Fo, or the input force is equal to the output force. This means that to raise the refrigerator that weighs 900 N, we need the same input force of 900 N, or Fo=Fi=900 N.