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Types of friction: name the maximum friction just before sliding begins Identify the correct term for the peak value reached when a body is on the verge of motion relative to a surface. Choose the correct option.

Q: Types of friction: name the maximum friction just before sliding begins Identify the correct term for the peak value reached when a body is on the verge of motion relative to a surface. Choose the correct option.

Concept/Approach As the applied force increases on a stationary body, static friction increases up to a maximum. This peak value at impending motion is called limiting friction. Final Answer Limiting friction

Difficulty: Easy

Static friction
Dynamic (kinetic) friction
Limiting friction
Coefficient of friction
Rolling resistance

Correct Answer: Limiting friction

Explanation:

Concept/Approach

As the applied force increases on a stationary body, static friction increases up to a maximum. This peak value at impending motion is called limiting friction.

Final Answer
Limiting friction

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