Asked by Zephyr Benedict
A net force is applied to a moving object. Which statement best describes the effect of the force?
A. The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
B. The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
C. The force will cause the speed of the object to increase.
D. The force will not cause a change in the momentum of the object.
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A. The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
Explanation: By Newton's second law, a net force produces acceleration, which means the object's velocity (magnitude and/or direction) changes and thus its momentum p = mv changes (F = dp/dt). A net force does not necessarily increase speed (it could slow the object or only change its direction), so C and B are not always true, and D is false.
Explanation: By Newton's second law, a net force produces acceleration, which means the object's velocity (magnitude and/or direction) changes and thus its momentum p = mv changes (F = dp/dt). A net force does not necessarily increase speed (it could slow the object or only change its direction), so C and B are not always true, and D is false.
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