Work done by force of frictions

can be zero

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can be positive

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can be negative

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any of these

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Solution

The correct option is C can be negative
Work done by friction is zero when the friction is always against the direction of motion. Hence, it will always be negative. When an object is not in motion friction does not act and hence it cannot be zero. The correct answer is option (C).

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