Forces Flashcard

Front

What is a balanced force?

Back

Two forces of equal size acting in opposite directions.

Front

What is an example of a balanced force?

Back

A car moving at a constant speed of 40 miles per hour.

Front

What happens to a book on a table when two forces are balanced?

Back

It remains at equilibrium or balanced.

Front

What is the effect of unbalanced forces on an object?

Back

Cause a change in motion, direction, or speed.

Front

Which of the following is true about balanced forces?

Back

Balanced forces do not change the motion of an object.

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

A force that causes an object to change its motion.

Front

What happens when unbalanced forces act on an object at rest?

Back

The object will start to move.

Front

What is the net force when two equal forces act in opposite directions?

Back

The net force is zero.

Front

How do balanced forces affect the speed of an object?

Back

They maintain the object's speed.

Front

What is an example of unbalanced forces?

Back

A soccer ball being kicked.