Would a rug have static or dynamic friction?
Well, without specifying a condition, it could have either, but static would be the better answer.
Static -> Between non-moving objects
Dynamic -> Between moving objects
And a rug is almost always stationary.
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To determine whether a rug has static or dynamic friction, we need to understand the difference between the two types of friction.
Static friction refers to the force that keeps an object at rest when a force is applied to it. It prevents the object from moving. Dynamic friction, on the other hand, is the force that acts on an object when it is already in motion.
In the case of a rug, when you try to slide it across the floor, you may initially feel some resistance. This resistance is due to static friction. The rug stays in place until a sufficient force is applied to overcome this static friction, after which it starts to move. Once the rug is in motion, the resistance you experience is caused by dynamic friction.
So, to answer your question, a rug has both static and dynamic friction. Static friction prevents the rug from sliding until a force is strong enough to overcome it, and then dynamic friction comes into play once the rug is already in motion.