A block of mass M is sitting on a surface inclined at angle θ. Given that the coefficient of static friction is μs between block and surface, what is the maximum angle θ so that the block doesn't slide?

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A block of mass M is sitting on a surface inclined at angle θ. Given that the coefficient of static friction is μs between block and surface, what is the maximum angle θ so that the block doesn't slide?

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