Question

Which situation describes a non-contact force changing the speed of an object?(1 point)
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a ball accelerating as it rolls down a hill
a ball accelerating as it rolls down a hill

a gust of wind blowing a leaf away
a gust of wind blowing a leaf away

a bicycle accelerating as the rider pedals more quickly
a bicycle accelerating as the rider pedals more quickly

a drawer opening when a user pulls the handle
a drawer opening when a user pulls the handle

Asked on 2025-03-20 07:13:11

Answers

The situation that describes a non-contact force changing the speed of an object is:

**a gust of wind blowing a leaf away.**

This is because the wind (a non-contact force) exerts a force on the leaf, causing it to accelerate without direct physical contact.