Physics-Work Done by Forces

NEET Physics Work Done by Forces Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): The work done by friction on a body sliding down an inclined plane is negative. | Reason (R): Friction always opposes the direction of motion, resulting in negative work done.

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 A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context explains that work done by friction on a body sliding down an inclined plane is negative because the force of friction opposes the motion, leading to negative work.

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