Question

Consider a plane moving through the sky. If forces acting on the plane are balanced, then which statement best
describes the plane's movement? (1 point)

O The plane maintains a steady speed as it avoids a flock of birds.

O The plane is turning steadily as it maintains its speed.

O The plane maintains a steady speed and straight direction.

O The plane accelerates steadily as it moves forward.

Answer 1

The plane maintains a steady speed and straight direction.

Reason: Balanced forces mean net force = 0, so no acceleration; by Newton's first law the velocity remains constant (constant speed and direction).