When the brakes in a car are applied, the frictional force on the tyres is?

A. is a disadvantage because it is in the direction of the motion of the car
B. is a disadvantage because it is in the opposite direction of the motion of the car
C. is an advantage because it is in the direction of the motion of the car
D. is an advantage because it is in the opposite direction of the motion of the car

Correct Answer:

Option D – is an advantage because it is in the opposite direction of the motion of the car