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Laws of Motion: Friction Applications MCQ

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Friction ApplicationsMediumQuestion 5421

Question

The angle of friction λ and coefficient of friction μ are related by:
  1. A
    μ = sinλ
  2. B
    μ = cosλ
  3. C
    μ = tanλ
    Correct
  4. D
    μ = cotλ

Correct answer

μ = tanλ

Explanation

At the angle of friction λ: tanλ = friction/normal = μ.