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Homework Statement
A ladder of length L is leaning against a frictionless wall. The floor is frictionless too. It starts to fall. At what angle will it leave the wall.
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The Attempt at a Solution
I can derive the equation of motion, [tex]\ddot{\theta}=\frac{3}{2}\frac{g}{L}\cos\theta[/tex] . I just can't find the angular acceleration at which the ladder should leave the wall. I think there is some simple reasoning involved. Once I find it the problem is solved. Need help with finding that value of [tex]\ddot{\theta}[/tex]