Question

Two people push a box from opposite directions; the box does not move. Which statement best
explains this result? (1 point)
Balanced forces do not cause motion.
Push forces do not cause motion.
The forces have different magnitudes.
The box pushes back on the people.

Answer 1

Balanced forces do not cause motion.

The two pushes are equal and opposite, so the net force on the box is zero and it does not accelerate (it stays at rest).