Newton's First Law of Motion Quiz

What is the formula for force?

• F = m - a

• F = m / a

• F = m + a

• F = m * a

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What is the unit of force?

• Kilograms (kg)

• Pounds (lbs)

• Meters per second (m/s)

• Newtons (N)

What is the result of balanced forces acting on an object?

• The object moves in the same direction but changes speed

• The object stays still

• The object slows down

• The object changes direction

What is the force that causes a change in the motion of an object?

• Friction

• Net force

• Unbalanaced force

• Inertia

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What is the tendency of an object to stay at rest or remain in motion?

• Inertia

• Velocity

• Acceleration

• Speed

What is the rate at which an object changes its speed or direction?

• Velocity

• Acceleration

• Force

• Inertia

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What is the force that causes a moving object to slow down when it touches another object?

• Applied Force

• Speed

• Friction

• Balanced Force

Who was the English physicist and mathematician in th 1600's who formulated the three basic laws of motion?

• Sir Antonio Newton

• Sir Reagan Newton

• Sir Johannes Kepler

• Sir Isaac Newton

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Explain Newton's First Law of Motion

What type of force causes a change of motion in an object and causes acceleration?

• Unbalanced

• Balanced

• Net

• Acceleration

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