Multiple choice

With reference to a horizontal moving object on a floor, in which direction does the force of friction act?

  1. In a direction which is opposite to the direction of the moving object.

  2. In a direction, which is towards the direction of the moving object.

  3. In the downward direction.

  4. In the upward direction.

  5. None of the above
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Explanation

This is the correct option. The force of friction acts in a direction, which is opposite to the direction of the moving object.

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