A Child Is Trying to Stack Two Uniform Wooden Blocks

question 98

Multiple Choice

A child is trying to stack two uniform wooden blocks, 12 cm in length, so they will protrude as much as possible over the edge of a table, without tipping over, as shown in the figure. What is the maximum possible overhang distance d?

• A) 5 cm
• B) 6 cm
• C) 7 cm
• D) 8 cm
• E) 9 cm

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