Multiple choice

A wardrobe (mass 100 kg, height 4 m, width 2 m, depth 1 m), symmetric about the Y-axis, stands on a rough level floor as shown in the figure. A force P is applied at mid-height on the wardrobe so as to tip it about point Q without slipping. What are the minimum values of the force (in newton) and the static coefficient of friction $\mu$ between the floor and the wardrobe, respectively?

  1. 490.5 and 0.5

  2. 981 and 0.5

  3. 1000.5 and 0.15

  4. 1000.5 and 0.25

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Explanation

Correct option is (1).