What is the maximum force $F$ that can be applied on block $m_1$,so that both $m_1$ and $m_2$ will move together? There is no friction between $m_1$ and the horizontal table. The coefficient of friction between $m_1$ and $m_2$ is $\mu$.

  • A
    $\mu m_2 g$
  • B
    $\mu(m_1+m_2) g$
  • C
    $\mu \frac{m_1 m_2}{(m_1+m_2)} g$
  • D
    $\mu m_1 g$

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