The coefficient of friction $\mu$ and the angle of friction $\lambda$ are related as

  • A
    $\sin \lambda = \mu$
  • B
    $\cos \lambda = \mu$
  • C
    $\tan \lambda = \mu$
  • D
    $\tan \mu = \lambda$

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