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Chapter 8, Problem 8-54(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Determine the greatest angle \(\theta\) so that the ladder does not slip when it supports the 75-kg man in the position shown. The surface is rather slippery, where the coefficient of static friction at A and B is \(\mu_{\mathrm{s}}=0.3\).
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QUESTION:
Determine the greatest angle \(\theta\) so that the ladder does not slip when it supports the 75-kg man in the position shown. The surface is rather slippery, where the coefficient of static friction at A and B is \(\mu_{\mathrm{s}}=0.3\).
ANSWER:
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Let's draw the free-body diagram of the frame.