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Objects A and B are on a horizontal surface. Object A exerts a force on object B

ID: 2223285 • Letter: O

Question

Objects A and B are on a horizontal surface. Object A exerts a force on object B, and, in accordance with the laws of motion, generates a reaction force. Motion occurs despite the fact that these two forces are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction A) because of the friction between the two objects. B) because of the friction between object A and the surface. C) if the mass of A is greater than the mass of B. D) if the mass of B is greater than the mass of A. E) because the action force and the reaction force act on different objects.

Explanation / Answer

E) because the action force and the reaction force act on different objects.