Two people push a box from opposite directions; the box does not move. Which statement best explains this result? (1 point)

Question

• Push forces do not cause motion.
• The box pushes back on the people.
• The forces have different magnitudes.
• Balanced forces do not cause motion.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains the result is:

• Balanced forces do not cause motion.

In this scenario, the forces applied by the two people in opposite directions are equal in magnitude but opposite in direction, resulting in a net force of zero. Therefore, the box does not move.