Two bodies of masses $1\, kg$ and $4\, kg$ are connected to a vertical spring, as shown in the figure. The smaller mass executes simple harmonic motion of angular frequency $25\, rad/s$, and amplitude $1.6\, cm$ while the bigger mass remains stationary on the ground. The maximum force exerted by the system on the floor is ..... $N$ ( take $g = 10\, ms^{-2}$)
  • A$20$
  • B$10$
  • C$60$
  • D$40$
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