A force $f$ is acting on a block of mass $m$. Coefficient of friction between block and surface is  $\mu$. The block can be pulled along the surface if :-
  • A$\tan \theta  \ge \mu $
  • B$\cot \theta  \ge \mu $
  • C$\tan \frac{\theta }{2} \ge \mu $
  • D$\cot \frac{\theta }{2} \ge \mu $
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