When we apply brakes in bicycles, which force stops the wheels?

Magnetic force

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Normal force

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Frictional force

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Gravitational force

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Solution

The correct option is C Frictional force
When we apply brakes in bicycle, the break rubbers rub against the wheels and prevent it from rotating. As the rubbers rub against the wheels, the friction between the rubber and the wheels comes into action and stops the wheel.

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