Based on the external force P that pushes the wedge B towards the wall, what is the direction of the frictional force of the upper wedge A (between wedge A and wedge B)? 13 kN A В P Towards the wall (to the left). Away from the wall (To the right) Towards the floor (downward) Away from the floor (upward)

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Based on the external force P that pushes the wedge B towards the wall, what is the direction of the frictional force of the upper wedge A (between wedge A and wedge B)? 3 kN Towards the wall (to the left). Away from the wall (To the right) Towards the floor (downward) Away from the floor (upward)

Based on the external force P that pushes the wedge B towards the wall, what is the direction of the frictional force of the upper wedge A (between wedge A and wedge B)?
13 kN
A
В
P
Towards the wall (to the left).
Away from the wall (To the right)
Towards the floor (downward)
Away from the floor (upward)
Transcribed Image Text:Based on the external force P that pushes the wedge B towards the wall, what is the direction of the frictional force of the upper wedge A (between wedge A and wedge B)? 13 kN A В P Towards the wall (to the left). Away from the wall (To the right) Towards the floor (downward) Away from the floor (upward)
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