SPS SPS FM Mechanics 2023 January — Question 4

Exam BoardSPS
ModuleSPS FM Mechanics (SPS FM Mechanics)
Year2023
SessionJanuary
TopicMoments

4. A uniform ladder \(A B\) of length 5 m and mass 8 kg is placed at an angle \(\theta\) to the horizontal, with \(A\) on rough horizontal ground and \(B\) against a smooth vertical wall. The coefficient of friction between the ladder and the ground is 0.4 .
  1. By taking moments, find the smallest value of \(\theta\) for which the ladder is in equilibrium.
  2. A man of mass 75 kg stands on the ladder when \(\theta = 60 ^ { \circ }\). Find the greatest distance from \(A\) that he can stand without the ladder slipping.
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