PROBLEM SET 5

1. Find the smallest coefficient of static friction at B and E that would permit the tongs to lift the 40-kg
block. Neglect the mass of the tongs.

2. Can the three identical cylinders be in equilibrium if they are stacked as shown? The static coefficient
of friction is 0.30 between the cylinders and 0.1 between the cylinders and the ground
3. The 40-lb ladder AC is leaning on a 10-lb block at B and a frictionless corner at C. Both bodies are
homogeneous. Can the system remain at rest in the position shown? Be sure to consider all
possibilities

4. Determine the smallest force P that the worker must apply to the bar CD to prevent the
homogeneous 80-kg spool from moving down the hill. The coefficients of static friction are 0.12 at A
and 0.36 at B. Neglect the weight of bar CD.

5. Find the smallest force P that the worker must apply to the bar CD in order to initiate uphill motion of
the homogeneous 80-kg spool. The coefficients of static friction are 0.12 at A and 0.36 at B. Neglect
the weight of bar CD.