Which statement BEST expresses a connection between gravity and friction? A. Gravity and friction work together to provide the strong, opposing force that slows a snowboarder's ride. B. Gravity and friction are connected as they are the only two factors influencing speed when snowboarding. C. Gravity and friction are opposing forces; gravity holds a snowboarder in place while friction pulls a snowboarder down. D. Gravity and friction result in successful snowboarding after the transference of gravity into energy and a lubricating water layer produced by friction.