This question can be solved using the concept of friction energy.
The thermal energy change is b "258.4 J".
The change in thermal energy will be equal to the friction energy produced during the motion of the box.
[tex]Change\ In\ Thermal\ Energy = E = Friction\ Energy\\\\E = \mu fd[/tex]
where,
μ = coefficient of kinetic friction = 0.4
f = force applied = 38 N
d = distance traveled by the box = 17 m
Therefore,
[tex]E = (0.4)(38\ N)(17\ m)[/tex]
E = 258.4 J
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