Atul was cycling back to his home after meeting his grandmother who lives on a hill. Atul had to cycle harder while going to his grandmother’s home, but he came back rather comfortably. Which of the following options correctly explains this?
A. Force of friction is lesser in uphill direction.
B. Force of friction is lesser in downhill direction.
C. Gravitational force resists the uphill movement.
D. Gravitational force resists the downhill movement.
Answer:C
Atul was cycling back to his home after meeting his grandmother who lives on a hill. Atul had to cycle harder while going to his grandmother’s home, but he came back rather comfortably. Which of the following options correctly explains this?
A. Force of friction is lesser in uphill direction. B. Force of friction is lesser in downhill direction. C. Gravitational force resists the uphill movement. D. Gravitational force resists the downhill movement.