A ladder weighing 300N is to be kept in position as shown in fig. Q4 (b). Determine the horizontal force P to be applied to keep ladder in position assume all contact surfaces as smooth. A ladder weighing 300N is to be kept in position as shown in fig. Q4 (b). Determine the horizontal force P to be applied to keep ladder in position assume all contact surfaces as smooth. A ladder weighing 300N is to be kept in position as shown in fig. Q4 (b). Determine the horizontal force P to be applied to keep ladder in position assume all contact surfaces as smooth.