Newton's Laws

A satellite in space travels in a straight line at a constant speed, with no external forces acting on it. Which of Newton’s Laws explains why the satellite continues its motion?

• Newton’s First Law

• Newton’s Second Law

• Newton’s Third Law

When a person opens a car door, they experience an equal force pushing back on them.Which of Newton's Laws explains the reaction they feel?

• Newton’s First Law

• Newton’s Second Law

• Newton’s Third Law

A skateboarder on a flat surface pushes the ground backward with their foot to accelerate forward. Which of Newton's Laws explains why the skateboarder moves forward after pushing the ground?

• Newton’s First Law

• Newton’s Second Law

• Newton’s Third Law

A plane accelerates down a runway to take off. The force generated by the engines is greater than the force of air resistance. Which of Newton’s Laws explains why the plane accelerates forward?

• Newton’s First Law

• Newton’s Second Law

• Newton’s Third Law

You are sitting in a car that is moving forward at a constant speed. When the car suddenly stops, you feel your body lurch forward. Which of Newton's Laws explains why you move forward?

• Newton’s First Law

• Newton’s Second Law

• Newton’s Third Law