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Which of the following measures will make walking on ice easier?

A
Take longer steps
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Take shorter steps
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Try to jump
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Try to jump or take longer steps.
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Solution

The correct option is B Take shorter steps
To avoid slipping one should take smaller steps because the frictional force of ice is small. Smaller steps will give larger normal force and more the normal force more the friction.

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