HOTS Science Primary 6 Interactions

Michael is pushing a block with a force of 10N, but the block does not move. Which of the following is true about the frictional force acting on the block?

A It is more than 10N.
B It is exactly 10N.
C It is less than 10N.
D It is 0N.
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Step 1: The block is stationary, so forces are balanced. Step [2-9]: The applied force (10N) is opposed by the static frictional force. Step [2-9]: Since there is no motion, the frictional force must be equal and opposite (10N).

Correct answer: It is exactly 10N.

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