When an object is slided on a flat rough surface, it is difficult to attain a uniform motion primarily because of ____.

inertia

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gravitation

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pressure

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friction

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Solution

The correct option is D friction
Frictional force is a contact force. It opposes the relative motion between the surfaces in contact. Since friction is acting against the direction of motion of the body, it eventually comes to rest.

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