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A rod of mass m and length L is hinged at its top end. If the rod is in equilibrium making an angle of 30° with the vertical when a horizontal force F is applied as shown in figure, then the value of F is:

A

`mg//2`

B

2mg

C

`mg//2sqrt(3)`

D

`sqrt(3)`mg

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C
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