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 a change in the momentum of the object.
The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
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 direction of the object.
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
1 answer
The best statement that describes the effect of the net force applied to a moving object is:
The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
This is because a net force acting on an object results in an acceleration, which according to Newton's second law (F=ma), will change the object's velocity. Since momentum is the product of mass and velocity (p = mv), any change in velocity (whether in speed or direction) will indeed lead to a change in momentum.
