Question

Iqbal has to push a lighter box and Seema has to push a similar heavier box on the same floor. Who will have to apply a larger force and why?

Answer 1

Answer:

Force of friction arises because of interlocking of irregularities on the two surfaces in contact. ... Hence, more force is required to overcome the interlocking. Thus, to push the heavier box, Seema has to apply a greater force than Iqbal.

Answer 2

Answer:

seema has to apply because force of friction is high

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