4. In figure, two blocks each weighing 150 lb are connected by a uniform horizontal bar which weighs 100 lb. If the angle of friction is 15° under each block, find P directed parallel to the 45° incline that will cause impending motion to the left. 150 100

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4. In figure, two blocks each weighing 150 lb are connected by a uniform horizontal bar
which weighs 100 lb. If the angle of friction is 15° under each block, find P directed
parallel to the 45° incline that will cause impending motion to the left.
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Transcribed Image Text:4. In figure, two blocks each weighing 150 lb are connected by a uniform horizontal bar which weighs 100 lb. If the angle of friction is 15° under each block, find P directed parallel to the 45° incline that will cause impending motion to the left. 190
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