Question: [ 2 1 pts ] A rope passes over a stationary drum and is attached to blocks on each end. Block A has a weight

[21 pts] A rope passes over a stationary drum and is attached to blocks on each end. Block A has a weight of 200lb and there is also a lateral force of 30lb as shown. The coefficients of static friction are shown on the figure.
a) Determine the minimum weight of block B to prevent block A from falling down.
b) If block B weighed less than previously calculated in part a, would block B tip, slip, or remain still?
[ 2 1 pts ] A rope passes over a stationary drum

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