When two surfaces are coated with lubricant, friction between the surfaces _______.

becomes zero

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decreases

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remains constant

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increases

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Solution

The correct option is B decreases
When two surfaces are coated with lubricant then the small irregularities (elevations and depressions ) gets filled and become almost even surface hence both objects can slide against each other easily so friction is reduced.

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