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O-LevelPhysicsForces5054/11 · Oct/Nov 2023 · Q31 Mark

A wooden block is pushed across a table at constant speed. Which statement is correct?

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AThe frictional force increases as the block moves at constant speed.
BThe frictional force is equal and opposite to the pushing force.
CThe frictional force is greater than the pushing force.
DThe frictional force is less than the pushing force.

✓ Correct answer

B: The frictional force is equal and opposite to the pushing force.

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Topic
Forces, O-Level Physics (syllabus 5054). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
O-Level Physics, Oct/Nov 2023 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 3.

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