A uniform beam of mass density 74 kg/m and length 1.8 m is suspended symmetrically as shown in figure. Calculate the maximum force P that can be supported without tipping the beam. Take the coefficient of static friction between the cord and the cylinder to be 7/22.

• A. 111.14 N
• B. 200.9 N
• C. 150.8 N
• D. 50.2 N