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An object is moving at a constant speed. If a balanced force is applied in the opposite direction the object is moving, what will most likely happen?
a
The object will continue moving at a constant speed.
b
The object will slow down and eventually stop moving.
c
The object will speed up.
d
The object will change direction.
An object is moving at a constant speed. If a balanced force is applied in the opposite direction the object is moving, what will most likely happen?
a
The object will continue moving at a constant speed.
b
The object will slow down and eventually stop moving.
c
The object will speed up.
d
The object will change direction.
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The correct answer is:
**b) The object will slow down and eventually stop moving.**
When a balanced force is applied in the opposite direction of an object moving at a constant speed, it will cause the object to decelerate (slow down) until it eventually comes to a stop, assuming the applied force remains constant and no other forces act on it.
**b) The object will slow down and eventually stop moving.**
When a balanced force is applied in the opposite direction of an object moving at a constant speed, it will cause the object to decelerate (slow down) until it eventually comes to a stop, assuming the applied force remains constant and no other forces act on it.