Is a large brake on a bicycle more effective than a small one? Justify your answer with reason.

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The large brake is not more effective than a smaller one because the force of friction is independent of the area of contact. However, if contact area is larger, the chances of failure of brakes is low. Hence, larger brakes are preffered.

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