balanced and unbalanced forces

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What are balanced forces?

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Balanced forces are forces that are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Unbalanced forces are forces that are not equal and can cause an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

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If a car is drifting, what type of forces are acting on it?

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Unbalanced forces are acting on the car.

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How does an object move when forces are balanced?

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An object will not move or will continue to move at a constant speed in a straight line.

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What happens to a squirrel that is spinning?

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The forces acting on the squirrel are unbalanced.

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What type of forces are acting on a dog walking on a treadmill at level 3?

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The forces are balanced.

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If two people push a box with equal force in opposite directions, what type of forces are they applying?

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They are applying balanced forces.

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What can unbalanced forces cause an object to do?

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Unbalanced forces can cause an object to accelerate, decelerate, or change direction.

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What is an example of balanced forces in everyday life?

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A book resting on a table is an example of balanced forces.

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What is an example of unbalanced forces in everyday life?

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A soccer ball being kicked is an example of unbalanced forces.