PHYSICS

JAMB 2018 - Question 17

Physics 2018 JAMB Past Questions - Question 17: In the diagram above, the hanging mass m2 is adjusted until m1 is on the verge of sliding. The coefficient of static friction between the mass m1 and the table is

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In the diagram above, the hanging mass m2 is adjusted until m1 is on the verge of sliding. The coefficient of static friction between the mass m1 and the table is
In the diagram above, the hanging mass m2 is adjusted until m1 is on the verge of sliding. The coefficient of static friction between the mass m1 and the table is
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Correct Answer

D

Explanation

M₂g = µM₁g →µ =M₂/M₁