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Frictional Force

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Frictional force refers to the resistance encountered when two surfaces slide against each other or attempt to slide against each other.

AP course connection

Topic 2.3: 2.3 Newton's Laws of Motion: Third Law

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