Calculate the maximum acceleration (in $m s^{-2}$) of a moving car so that a body lying on the floor of the car remains stationary. The coefficient of static friction between the body and the floor is $0.15$ $(g = 10 m s^{-2})$.

  • A
    $50$
  • B
    $1.2$
  • C
    $150$
  • D
    $1.5$

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