$A$ man slides down a telegraphic pole with an acceleration equal to one-fourth of the acceleration due to gravity. The frictional force between the man and the pole is equal to which of the following in terms of the man's weight $w$?

  • A
    $\frac{w}{4}$
  • B
    $\frac{w}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{3w}{4}$
  • D
    $w$

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