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Read each case given below and mention the directional and magnitude of frictional force that would act between the surfaces in each case. (one has been doen for you)
A sofa is being pushed across the floor, towards the right, with a force of 75N

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To analyze the frictional force acting on the sofa being pushed across the floor, we can break down the situation step by step: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Applied Force**: The sofa is being pushed with a force of 75 N towards the right. 2. **Understand Friction's Role**: Friction always acts in the opposite direction to the motion of the object. Since the sofa is moving to the right, the frictional force will act to the left. ...
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