A rectangular block has a square base measuring $a \times a$ and its height is $h$. It moves on a  horizontal surface in a direction perpendicular to one of the edges.  The coefficient of  friction is $\mu$. It will topple if

  • A

    $\mu > \frac{h}{a}$

  • B

    $\mu > \frac{a}{h}$

  • C

    $\mu > \frac{2a}{h}$

  • D

    $\mu > \frac{a}{2h}$

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