$A$ block of mass $m$ is resting on a wedge of angle $\theta$ as shown in the figure. The wedge is given a horizontal acceleration $a$. What is the minimum value of $a$ so that the mass $m$ falls freely?

  • A
    $g \cot \theta$
  • B
    $g$
  • C
    $g \cos \theta$
  • D
    $g \tan \theta$

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