Physics Laboratory Manual
Physics Laboratory Manual
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ISBN: 9781133950639
Author: David Loyd
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 7, Problem 1PLA

For kinetic friction the direction of the frictional force on a given object is always opposite the direction of that object’s motion. (a) true (b) false

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Whether the statement is true or false.

Answer to Problem 1PLA

Option (a) True

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Kinetic friction is the force that acts between moving surfaces that are in mutual interaction with each other. This force always acts in the direction opposite to the motion of the object on the surface.

Therefore, the given statement is true.

Conclusion:

Option (a) is correct. For kinetic friction the direction of the frictional force on a given object is always opposite the direction of that object’s motion.

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