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In which context is the normal force typically discussed?
In which context is the normal force typically discussed?
- Opposing motion
- Balancing the weight of an object
- Preventing objects from falling (correct)
- Proportional to velocity
What is the primary role of the frictional force?
What is the primary role of the frictional force?
- Proportional to velocity
- Opposing motion (correct)
- Balancing the weight of an object
- Preventing objects from falling
Which statement best describes the normal force?
Which statement best describes the normal force?
- Always equal to weight (correct)
- Prevents objects from falling
- Always parallel to the surface
- Opposes motion
What is the primary characteristic of sliding friction?
What is the primary characteristic of sliding friction?
Which force is represented by an arrow pointing downward towards the center of the earth?
Which force is represented by an arrow pointing downward towards the center of the earth?
What is required for an object to be in equilibrium?
What is required for an object to be in equilibrium?
Which force is always perpendicular to the surface?
Which force is always perpendicular to the surface?
What is the relationship between frictional force and the coefficient of friction?
What is the relationship between frictional force and the coefficient of friction?
Which type of friction opposes the motion of two surfaces sliding past each other?
Which type of friction opposes the motion of two surfaces sliding past each other?
What is the primary function of a free-body diagram?
What is the primary function of a free-body diagram?