In the figure, a block of weight $60\, N$ is placed on a rough surface. The coefficient of friction between the block and the surfaces is $0.5$. ........ $N$ should be the maximum weight $W$ such that the block does not slip on the surface .

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  • A

    $60$

  • B

    $\frac{{60}}{{\sqrt 2 }}$

  • C

    $30$

  • D

    $\frac{{30}}{{\sqrt 2 }}$

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