The system is pushed by a force F as shown in figure. All surfaces are smooth except between B and C. Friction coefficient between B and C is μ. Minimum value of F to prevent block B from downward slipping is:
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a
(32μ)mg
b
(52μ)mg
c
(52)μmg
d
(32)μmg
answer is B.
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Detailed Solution
Horizontal acceleration of the system isa = F2m+m+2m = F5mLet N be the normal reaction between B and C. Free body diagram of C givesN = 2ma = 25FNow, B will not slide downward if 1μN ≥mBgor μ(25F) ≥ mg or F ≥ 52μmgor Fmin = 52μmg
The system is pushed by a force F as shown in figure. All surfaces are smooth except between B and C. Friction coefficient between B and C is μ. Minimum value of F to prevent block B from downward slipping is: