Physics-Friction

NEET Physics Friction Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11

Assertion (A): Kinetic friction is less than static friction for the same pair of surfaces in contact. | Reason (R): Kinetic friction depends on the area of contact between the surfaces.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Kinetic friction is indeed less than static friction, but it is independent of the area of contact. The reason given is incorrect.

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