If Less Horizontal Force Is Applied to a Sliding Object

question 81

Multiple Choice

If less horizontal force is applied to a sliding object than is needed to maintain a constant velocity

• A)the object accelerates in the direction of the applied force.
• B)the friction force increases.
• C)the object eventually slides to a stop.
• D)none of the above

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