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A force acting in the opposite direction of an object in motion

A

Gravitational

B

Buoyant

C

Frictional

D

Muscular

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To answer the question about the force acting in the opposite direction of an object in motion, we can break it down step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Object in Motion**: - Consider an object that is moving in a specific direction. For example, let's say it is moving to the right. 2. **Understand the Forces Acting on the Object**: - When an object is in motion, several forces can act on it. These forces can either aid its motion or oppose it. 3. **Determine the Opposing Force**: - The force that acts in the opposite direction of the object's motion is known as the **frictional force**. 4. **Explain Frictional Force**: - Frictional force is a contact force that arises when two surfaces are in contact and there is relative motion between them. If the object is moving to the right, the frictional force will act to the left, opposing the motion. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the force that acts in the opposite direction of an object in motion is the **frictional force**.
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