Finding the Best Angle for Pulling a Block of Mass M

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Homework Statement


What is the best angle to make pulling a block of mass M, possible with the least tension.
Friction is applied, the coefficient varies, does the coefficient change the angle? for which is which angle best...






The Attempt at a Solution


I solved Tension for two different equations T=(mg-Fn)/sin(0) and
T= (Fn*coefficient of friction)/cos(0)
but I haven't really gotten anywhere with it.
 
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