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A block of wood is pushed across a rough surface and slides to the right until it comes to a stop. What is the direction of the force of friction on the block of wood?

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Answer: left side

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

Block of wood is pushed to the right

As friction always resist the motion, it must be acting towards the left side to stop the block

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