The direction of the normal force is always
A)parallel to the surface of contact.
B)perpendicular to the surface of contact.
C)opposite the direction of the gravitational force.
D)None are correct.

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The normal force is defined as the force perpendicular to the surface of contact between two objects. Therefore, the correct answer is choice B, perpendicular to the surface of contact.

The Direction of the Normal Force Is Always