Three blocks $A$,$B$,and $C$ of equal mass $m$ are placed on a smooth surface as shown. The coefficient of friction between any two blocks $A$,$B$,and $C$ is $\mu$. The maximum value of mass $M$ of block $D$ such that blocks $A$,$B$,and $C$ move without slipping over each other is:

  • A
    $\frac{3m\mu}{\mu + 1}$
  • B
    $\frac{3m(1 - \mu)}{\mu}$
  • C
    $\frac{3m(1 + \mu)}{\mu}$
  • D
    $\frac{3m\mu}{1 - \mu}$

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