Final answer:
The provided question lacks essential information such as the coefficient of friction or the overall friction force, and therefore cannot be accurately answered. Knowledge of the coefficient of friction or the static friction force is necessary to calculate the minimum force needed to start moving the crate on ice.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question is incomplete because it does not provide essential information such as the coefficient of friction for the ice, which is necessary to calculate the minimum force required to get the crate moving. Once we have the coefficient of friction (μ), the minimum force to overcome static friction and initiate movement can be calculated using the formula F = μ × normal force. The normal force here would be the weight of the crate which is the mass (in kilograms) multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity which is approximately 9.81 m/s²or the force if the friction force is directly provided.