$A$ mass of $4\; kg$ rests on a horizontal plane. The plane is gradually inclined until at an angle $\theta = 15^{\circ}$ with the horizontal,the mass just begins to slide. What is the coefficient of static friction between the block and the surface?

  • A
    $0.52$
  • B
    $0.38$
  • C
    $0.15$
  • D
    $0.27$

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