Net Forces

Front

What is the sum of all forces acting on an object?

Back

Net force

Front

When forces are unbalanced, in which direction will the object move?

Back

In the direction of the larger force

Front

What type of forces are acting on an object when it travels forward at a constant speed?

Back

Balanced forces

Front

What causes an object to change its motion?

Back

Unbalanced forces

Front

What type of force causes an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction?

Back

Unbalanced force

Front

What is the term for forces that are equal in size but opposite in direction?

Back

Balanced forces

Front

If an object is at rest and the net force acting on it is zero, what can be said about the forces?

Back

The forces are balanced.

Front

What happens to an object when the net force acting on it is greater than zero?

Back

The object will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

Front

What is the effect of balanced forces on an object's motion?

Back

The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed.

Front

What is an example of unbalanced forces in everyday life?

Back

Pushing a shopping cart that is not moving.