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Which friction comes into play when we try to move an object at rest?

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Rolling friction
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Fluid friction
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Sliding friction
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Static friction
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Solution

The correct option is C Static friction
The force required to overcome the friction when trying to set a body at rest in motion is called static friction. Since it is difficult to do that, static friction usually has the highest magnitude.

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