alleryFor most surfaces, coefficient of static friction μ_s and kinetic friction μ_k satisfy:
Aμ_s < μ_k
Bμ_s = μ_k
Cμ_s > μ_k
Dthey are unrelated
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. μ_s > μ_k
Static friction is generally larger than kinetic friction.
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