Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. The force which always opposes the motion of one object over another object in contact with it is called friction. b. Friction acts on only one of the two surfaces in contact with each other. c. Friction is caused by the interlocking of irregularities in the surface of the two objects which are in contact with each other.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option, as this is a false statement. Friction acts on both the surfaces in contact with each other.

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