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Frictional Force

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Force of friction always ____ the applied force.

A

Supports

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Opposes

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C

Extends

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D

Increases

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Solution

The correct option is D Opposes
Frictional force acts between two surfaces in contact. It stops the object from moving as the irregularities on both the surface lock into each other, thus obstructing any forward motion. Hence, frictional force always opposes the applied force.

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