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The magnitude of the limiting friction (F ) bears a constant ratio to the normal reaction (RN) between the two surfaces.

(a) True

(b) False

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Right choice is (a) True

Explanation: The magnitude of the limiting friction (F ) bears a constant ratio to the normal reaction (RRN) between the two surfaces. Mathematically

F/RRN = constant.

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