A net force is applied to a moving object. Which statement best describes the effect of the force?(1 point)

Responses

The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
The force will cause the object to come to a stop.

The force will cause the speed of the object to increase.
The force will cause the speed of the object to increase.

The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.

The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.

1 answer

The most comprehensive statement is:

The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.

This is because momentum is defined as the product of an object's mass and velocity. An applied net force can change the object's velocity, which in turn changes its momentum, regardless of whether the object speeds up, slows down, or changes direction.