Question

Provide at least three reasons why friction is needed.

Answer 1

Without friction, we would not be able to stop walking since we would just keep slipping like on ice.

Without friction, objects would just slip and fall with a simple blow of air

And finally without friction we wouldn't be able to use machinery like cars and etc since they would just fly off

Answer 2

Sample Response: Friction allows people and objects to move. It provides traction for an object to start moving or change direction. It can also give people a better grip on objects. Finally, friction keeps objects in place when they are set down.

-Friction makes movement possible.

-Friction provides traction

-Friction makes it easier to hold on to objects

-Friction keeps objects in place.