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Merits and Demerits of Friction

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Which of the following is correct when a person walks on a rough surface? a) The friction force exerted by the surface keep him moving. b) The force which the man exerts on the floor keep him moving. c) The reaction of the force which the man exerts on floor keep him moving. d) None of the above.

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