The center of gravity of the crate is at a height of 3.5ft and a distance 1.5ft from the forward edge as shown. The crate weighs 300lbf. What is the maximum coefficient of friction u between the ground and the crate, to be able to slide the crate without tipping it over? ₁1.5 ft ₁1.5 ft ₁ 2.5 ft P 'T 4.5 ft 3.5 ft

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the center of gravity of the crate is at a height of 3.5ft and a distance 1.5ft from the forward edge as shown. the crate weighs 300lbf. what is the maximum coefficient of friction μ between the ground and the crate, to be able to slide the crate without tipping it over

The center of gravity of the crate is at a height of 3.5ft and a distance 1.5ft from the forward edge as
shown. The crate weighs 300lbf. What is the maximum coefficient of friction u between the ground and
the crate, to be able to slide the crate without tipping it over?
1.5 ft ₁1.5 ft
2.5 ft
P-
'T
4.5 ft
3.5 ft
Transcribed Image Text:The center of gravity of the crate is at a height of 3.5ft and a distance 1.5ft from the forward edge as shown. The crate weighs 300lbf. What is the maximum coefficient of friction u between the ground and the crate, to be able to slide the crate without tipping it over? 1.5 ft ₁1.5 ft 2.5 ft P- 'T 4.5 ft 3.5 ft
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