Question

People slip when they step on a banana peel. Which of these is a possible reason?

• A. Banana peel reduces the friction.
• B. Banana peel increases the friction.
• C. Banana peel has no effect on friction.
• D. Banana peel increases the normal force.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Banana peel reduces the friction.

Friction is necessary for walking. When we step on a banana peel, it reduces the friction between the feet and the surface. This is the reason why we slip when we step on a banana peel.