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An equilateral prism of mass m rests on a rough horizontal surface with ceefficeint of friction `mu`. A horozontal force F is applied on the prism as shown. If the coefficeint of friction is sufficiently high so that the prism does not slide before toppling, the minimum force required to topple the prism is

A

`(mg)/(sqrt(3))`

B

`(mg)/(4)`

C

`(mu mg)/(sqrt(3))`

D

`(mu mg)/(4)`

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