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Going back to the original problem (not sliding), since it is not moving or accelerating, the sum of the vertical forces = zero, and sum of horizontal forces = 0. How much vertical force does the wall provide on the ladder? How much vertical force does the ground provide on the ladder?
Your father is correct, in this: the coefficient of static friction does not play a role in determining the amount of force, only if there is enough friction available to provide that force.
Your father is correct, in this: the coefficient of static friction does not play a role in determining the amount of force, only if there is enough friction available to provide that force.