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A triangular wedge is placed on smooth horizontal surface. A block is placed on wedge as shown in the figure. Coefficient of friction between block and wedge is `mu`. Initially system reamins at rest.

A

`mu=tan theta`

B

`mu= cos theta`

C

`mu=(1)/(tan theta)`

D

`mu= sin theta`

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