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What is the term for the force that holds an object in place and is equal to the maximum force that can be applied before the object moves?
What is the term for the force that holds an object in place and is equal to the maximum force that can be applied before the object moves?
- Static friction (correct)
- Contact force
- Retarding force
- Kinetic friction
Which type of frictional force always slows an object's forward motion?
Which type of frictional force always slows an object's forward motion?
- Static friction
- Retarding force
- Contact force
- Kinetic friction (correct)
When does an object experience kinetic friction?
When does an object experience kinetic friction?
- When it is at rest
- When it is sliding or moving (correct)
- When it is subjected to a strong push
- When it is lifted off the ground
What type of force occurs based on the contact between two surfaces?
What type of force occurs based on the contact between two surfaces?
Which force is described as in opposition to an object's motion and always slowing its forward motion?
Which force is described as in opposition to an object's motion and always slowing its forward motion?
What happens when a force greater than static friction is applied to an object?
What happens when a force greater than static friction is applied to an object?
When walking normally, which type of frictional force is mainly being used?
When walking normally, which type of frictional force is mainly being used?
Which type of shoes would mostly utilize kinetic friction for movement?
Which type of shoes would mostly utilize kinetic friction for movement?
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