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Laws of Motion: Friction Basics MCQ

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Friction BasicsEasyQuestion 5404

Question

Static friction acts when:
  1. A
    The body is in motion
  2. B
    The body is about to move but has not moved
    Correct
  3. C
    The body moves at constant speed
  4. D
    No force is applied

Correct answer

The body is about to move but has not moved

Explanation

Static friction acts when a body is stationary but a force is applied that tries to set it in motion.

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