A long ladder weighing rests with its upper end against a smooth wall and its lower…

PHYSICS · Subjective · A Level · Physics · Mechanics and materials · Mechanics and materials

Problem

A 4 m4\ \text{m} long ladder weighing 25 kg25\ \text{kg} rests with its upper end against a smooth wall and its lower end on rough ground. What should be the minimum coefficient of friction between the ground and the ladder for it to be inclined at 60∘60^\circ with the horizontal without slipping? Take g=10 m/s2g=10\ \text{m/s}^2.

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