$A$ person initially at rest starts walking towards the east without slipping or skidding. What is the type of friction acting on the person from the ground,and in which direction does the frictional force act?

  • A
    Static friction,towards west
  • B
    Static friction,towards east
  • C
    Kinetic friction,towards west
  • D
    Kinetic friction,towards east

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