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If multiple forces are acting on an object, which statement is always true?
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• The acceleration will be directed in the direction of the net force.
• The acceleration will be directed in the direction of the normal force.
• The acceleration will be directed in the direction of the gravitational force.
• The acceleration will be directed in the direction of the applied force.
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The acceleration will be directed in the direction of the net force.
Reason: Newton's 2nd law gives F_net = m a, so the acceleration vector is parallel to the net force vector. (Individual forces like normal, gravity, or applied need not align with the acceleration unless they happen to equal the net force.)
Reason: Newton's 2nd law gives F_net = m a, so the acceleration vector is parallel to the net force vector. (Individual forces like normal, gravity, or applied need not align with the acceleration unless they happen to equal the net force.)
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