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Two identical blocks of weigth w are placed one on top of the other as shown in figure. The upper block is tied to the wall. The coefficient of static friction between B and ground is `mu` and friction between A and B is absent. When `F=mu w`force is applied on the lower block as shown. The tension in the string will be

A

`mu w`

B

`(mu w)/(2)`

C

`0`

D

`2 mu w`

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