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Force of friction decreases with the increase in weight of body

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True

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Solution

The correct option is B False
The frictional force is directly proportional to the weight of the body.
If the body weight increases then the frictional force also increases.
Force of friction increases with the increase in the weight of the body.
Hence the given statement is FALSE

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