Balanced Forces Flashcards

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What do we call forces that are equal in size and act in opposite directions?

A

Balanced forces

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What are features of unbalanced forces?

A

Not equal in size
Unbalanced forces cause a change in motion
If an object is stationary, it will start to move off
If an object is already moving, it will change its speed

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If a moving object experiences balanced forces, it will:

Decelerate
Continue moving
Accelerate
Stop

A

Continue moving

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