Question 4 Figure Q4 shows a table of mass 25 kg, which is pulled on a rough surface (us = 0.3). The center of gravity lies in between the front and rear legs. a. Find the minimum force required to pull the table. b. Determine the normal reactions at the front and rear legs c. Find the maximum height at which a force of 200 N can be applied without causing the table to tip. 1 m 0.75 m Figure Q4

Question 4 Figure Q4 shows a table of mass 25 kg, which is pulled on a rough surface (us = 0.3). The center of gravity lies in between the front and rear legs. a. Find the minimum force required to pull the table. b. Determine the normal reactions at the front and rear legs c. Find the maximum height at which a force of 200 N can be applied without causing the table to tip. 1 m 0.75 m Figure Q4

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Chapter6: Applications Of Newton's Laws

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