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A 2 kg block is pushed against a vertical wall by applying a horizontal force of 50 N. The coefficient of static friction between the block and the wall is 0.5. A force F is also applied on the block vertically upward (as shown in figure). The maximum value of F applied, so that the block does not move upward, will be :

(Given : g = 10 ms\( - \)2)

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At the verge of upward motion friction acts downward at its maximum value mu N; N equals the horizontal push.
Updated On: Oct 31, 2026
  • 10 N
  • 20 N
  • 25 N
  • 45 N
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Normal reaction from the wall \( N=50 \) N. Maximum static friction \( f_{max}=\mu N=0.5\times50=25 \) N.
Step 2: Weight \( mg=2\times10=20 \) N downward. When F is increased, the block tends to move upward, so friction acts downward.
Step 3: At the limiting case: \( F=mg+f_{max}=20+25=45 \) N.
Step 4: The maximum F so the block does not move upward is 45 N.
Answer: (D) 45 N
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