What is the value of the contact force $R$ on an object of mass $m$ placed on an inclined plane with angle $\theta$?

  • A
    $mg \cos \theta$
  • B
    $mg \sin \theta$
  • C
    $mg$
  • D
    $\sqrt{N^2 + f^2}$

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