Answer:
h = 0.638 m
Explanation:
given,
side of the crate, a = 0.77 m
Weight of the crate,W = 530 N
Horizontal force of magnitude,F = 320 N
let 'h' be the position of force so, that crate is in equilibrium.
Weight of the crate will pass through center of gravity.
Let O be the position where the crate can tip
for a body to be in equilibrium moment about o be equal to zero.
Taking moment about o
[tex]F h - W\dfrac{a}{2} = 0[/tex]
[tex]320\times h = 530\times \dfrac{0.77}{2}[/tex]
[tex]h = \dfrac{204.05}{320}[/tex]
h = 0.638 m
Hence, For crate to be in equilibrium force should be applied at 0.638 m from bottom.