Question

When discussing slip resistant footwear, when we say there is a greater the amount of friction with a particular shoe and a surface, which of the following statement is true?

A. It is more likely that the shoe will slip while someone is walking
B. It is less likely that the shoe will slip while someone is walking
C. It does not make any difference in the likelihood of the shoe slipping

Answer 1

It is less likely that the shoe will slip while someone is walking

Answer 2

I believe the answer is: B. It is less likely that the shoe will slip while someone is walking

friction is resistance that exist on a surface on the opposite direction of our movement. Slips happen when the slippery surface cause your feet to move forward so fast and make you loss your balance. When the friction is high, the force would counteract the feet movement forward, and prevent the slipping.