Suppose you are out on a frozen lake, where there is no friction. Which of the following would start you moving towards the shore?
A. Removing a shoe and throwing it towards the shore
B. Shouting at someone on the shore
C. Removing a shoe and throwing it away from the shore
D. None of these choices would work
Answer: C
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