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The sides of a matchbox are made rough in order to friction.

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Solution

The correct option is A increase
  • Friction depends on the roughness of the surfaces in contact.
  • The greater the roughness, the greater the friction.
  • The sides of a matchbox are made rough so that it provides sufficient friction to light matchsticks.

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