Question

Force of friction always acts in the direction:

• A. of applied force
• B. opposite to the direction of applied force
• C. at right angles to the direction applied force
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

opposite to the direction of applied force

The explanation for correct answer:

Option (B):

1. It always acts opposite to the direction of applied force
2. It opposes the motion.

Hence, the correct answer is (B).