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A heavy uniform chain lies on horizontal table top. If the coefficient of friction between the chain and the table surface is `0.5`, the maximum percentage of the length of the chain that can hang over one edge of the table is

A

`20%`

B

`25%`

C

`35%`

D

`15%`

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The correct Answer is:
A
`(l)/(L) xx 100 = (mu)/(mu+1) xx 100`
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