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A ladder of length `5 m` is placed against a smooth wall as shown in figure. The coefficient or friction is `mu` between ladder and ground. What is the minimum value of `mu` , If the ladder is not to slip?

A

`mu=1`

B

`mu=0`

C

`mu=1/3`

D

Impossible to balance for any value of `mu`

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B
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