Why does friction not roll a ball backward if no external force is pushing or pulling it?

  • A
    Friction is a self-adjusting force.
  • B
    Friction only acts to oppose relative motion or the tendency of motion.
  • C
    Friction is a non-contact force.
  • D
    Friction is always zero.

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