Question

Which forces are active when a person walks?​

• A. Muscular and Magnetic Force
• B. Mechanical and Frictional Force
• C. Muscular and Electrostatic Force
• D. Muscular and Frictional Force

Answer 1

The correct option is D Muscular and Frictional Force

• On walking, Muscular and Frictional Force comes in action. ​

• Muscular force – Force applied with the help of muscles. (Muscles of legs are primarily being used while walking)​

• Frictional Force – Force due to relative motion between two surfaces, always opposes the motion. (While walking, friction acts between the shoe/ feet and ground surface).​