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A tie of uniform width is laid out on a table, with a fraction of its length hanging over...

A tie of uniform width is laid out on a table, with a fraction of its length hanging over the edge. Initially, the tie is at rest. (a) If the fraction hanging from the table is increased, the tie eventually slides to the ground. Explain. (b) What is the coefficient of static friction between the tie and the table if the tie begins to slide when one-fourth of its length hangs over the edge?

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