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neelakash
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Homework Statement
While walking on ice,one should take small steps to avoid slipping.Because the smaller step ensures
(i)larger friction
(ii)smaller friction
(iii)larger normal force
(iv)smaller normal force
Homework Equations
The Attempt at a Solution
I have the following idea.While walking we put step such that frictional force by the ground helps us to proceed.Now,friction co-eff of ice being small,ice does not provide us with the friction---in other words,ice does not prevent our leg from slipping beyond our control.And we might fall.So,we make smaller,careful steps,avoiding hurry,so, that we get larger normal force,and we can safely proceed...
so,in my opinion, the correct result should be (i) and (iii).
But the answer given is (ii)