$A$ block of mass $m$ is pressed against a vertical surface by a spring of unstretched length $l$. The spring is compressed by a distance $d$ as shown in the figure. If the coefficient of friction between the block and the surface is $\mu$,choose the correct statement.

  • A
    If spring constant $k = \frac{2mg}{\mu d}$,the block will not be in equilibrium.
  • B
    If spring constant is $k = \frac{2mg}{\mu d}$,the normal reaction is $\frac{mg}{\mu}$.
  • C
    The force of friction is $2mg$.
  • D
    The minimum spring constant $k_{\min}$ to keep the block of mass $m$ in equilibrium is $\frac{mg}{\mu d}$.

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