A net force is applied to a

Question

moving object. Which
statement best describes the
effect of the force? (1 point)
The force will cause
the object to come to a
stop.
The force will cause
the speed of the object
to increase.
The force will cause a
change in the
momentum of the
object.
The force will cause a
change in the direction
of the object.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the effect of the net force applied to a moving object is:

The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.

This is because a net force results in an acceleration (or deceleration) of the object, which in turn leads to a change in its velocity, and since momentum is the product of mass and velocity, any change in velocity will result in a change in momentum.