Magnitude and Direction of Force Quick Check

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A soccer player kicks a ball toward a net. Which statement correctly explains how far the ball will travel?(1 point)
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A stronger kick corresponds to a lesser magnitude of force, so the ball will travel farther.
A stronger kick corresponds to a lesser magnitude of force, so the ball will travel farther.

A stronger kick corresponds to a greater magnitude of force, so the ball will travel farther.
A stronger kick corresponds to a greater magnitude of force, so the ball will travel farther.

A stronger kick corresponds to a greater magnitude of force, so the ball will not travel as far.
A stronger kick corresponds to a greater magnitude of force, so the ball will not travel as far.

A stronger kick corresponds to a lesser magnitude of force, so the ball will not travel as far.
A stronger kick corresponds to a lesser magnitude of force, so the ball will not travel as far.
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Answer 1

The correct response is:

A stronger kick corresponds to a greater magnitude of force, so the ball will travel farther.

This statement accurately reflects the relationship between the magnitude of force applied (in this case, a stronger kick) and the distance the ball will travel.