Answer: The smallest effort = 300N
Step-by-step explanation:
Using one of the condition for the attainment of equilibrium:
Clockwise moment = anticlockwise moments
900 × 1 = 3 × M
Where M = the weight of the strong man
3M = 900
M = 900/3 = 300N
Therefore, 300N is the smallest effort that the strongman can use to lift the goat