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Assertion (A) : Friction enables us to walk on the floor.

Reason (R) : A smooth surface exerts larger force of friction than a rough surface.

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Important Questions on Force and Pressure

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Assertion (A) : Gravitational force is a noncontact force.

Reason (R) : Gravitational force exists everywhere in the universe.

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Assertion (A) : When the resultant of all the forces acting on a body is zero, the forces are said to be unbalanced.

Reason (R) : The unbalanced forces can change direction of motion.

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Assertion (A) : When a force is applied on a moving object in the direction of motion, its speed increases.

Reason (R) : When a force is applied on a soft object, it changes the size and shape of the object.

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Assertion (A) : A force has both the magnitude and direction.

Reason (R) : Atmospheric pressure increases with altitude.

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What is the resultant force of the two forces F1 and F2 acting on a body in the opposite directions?
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Define atmospheric pressure.
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A force of 20 N acts normally on a body having area of cross-section 10 cm2. Calculate the pressure exerted by the body. 
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Define pressure. What is the SI unit of pressure?