A net force is applied to a moving object. Which statement best describes the effect of the force?(1 point)
Responses
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
The force will cause a change in the momentum of the object.
The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
The force will cause the object to come to a stop.
The force will cause the speed of the object to increase.
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
The force will cause a change in the direction of the object.
To determine the effect of a net force applied to a moving object, we can refer to Newton's second law of motion. According to this law, the net force acting on an object is directly proportional to the rate of change of its momentum.
The net force applied to a moving object will cause a change in its momentum. Momentum is a vector quantity, so a change in momentum implies a change in both magnitude and direction.
Therefore, the correct statement is: "The force will cause a change in the direction of the object."
Please note that while the other options (change in momentum, object coming to a stop, and increase in speed) may also occur depending on the circumstances, the statement "The force will cause a change in the direction of the object" is the most general and applicable answer in this context.