Force and Motion Concepts Quick Check

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Which statement correctly defines dynamic equilibrium? (1 point)
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Forces acting on a object are balanced and the object stays in rest.
Forces acting on a object are balanced and the object stays in rest.

Forces acting on a object are unbalanced and the object stays in rest.
Forces acting on a object are unbalanced and the object stays in rest.

Forces acting on a object are balanced and the object stays in motion.
Forces acting on a object are balanced and the object stays in motion.

Forces acting on a object are unbalanced and the object stays in motion.

Answer 1

The correct statement that defines dynamic equilibrium is:

Forces acting on an object are balanced and the object stays in motion.

In dynamic equilibrium, an object continues to move at a constant velocity when the net forces acting on it are balanced.