Is the bar in static equilibrium?

[umchemist]

Homework Statement

uk of fraction between bar and both surfaces is 0.2. Bar weighs 5 kg.

i) Is the bar in static equilibrium? If not, which end will fall down and which end will go up?

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

Not sure how to even begin analyzing this. I cannot visualize the bar moving in either direction first. Any guidance is appreciated.

 

[haruspex]

Invent variables for the normal forces at the two ends. (Use different names.) Write the usual horizontal and vertical statics equations for the bar and one for torque. Use a symbol for the angle - don't plug in any numbers until the final equation.