Directions: The picture below shows a boy rowing a boat toward the shore. Use the picture to answer any questions that follow.
Multiple Choice Question
What is causing the boat to move toward the shore?
A.
The moving water applies a force on the boat, which results in the boat pushing back on the water, propelling the boat forward.
B.
The moving wind applies a force on the boat, which results in the boat pushing back on the wind, propelling the boat forward.
C.
The boy applies a force on the oars, which results in the water pushing back on the oars, propelling the boat forward.
D.
The boy applies a force on the oars, which results in gravity pushing back on the oars, propelling the boat forward.