The two 200-N blocks are pushed apart by the 15 degrees wedge of negligible weight. The angle of static friction is 10 degrees at all contact surfaces. Determine the force P required to start the blocks moving.

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The two 200-N blocks are pushed apart by the 15 degrees wedge of negligible weight. The angle of static friction is 10 degrees at all contact surfaces. Determine the force P required to start the blocks moving.

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