The net force on an object is in the positive x-direction.Consider the following statements. (1) The object can be moving in the negative $ x $ - dire ction.
(ii) The object can be speeding up.
(iii) The object can be slowing down
(iv) The object can be moving in the positive $ y $-direction.
Which of the statements are true?
A)(i) and (ii)
B)(ii) and (iii)
C)(iii) and (iv)
D)Choose this answer if all the statements are true.

Question

The net force on an object is in the positive x-direction.Consider the following statements. (1) The object can be moving in the negative $ x $ - dire ction.
(ii) The object can be speeding up.
(iii) The object can be slowing down
(iv) The object can be moving in the positive $ y $-direction.
 Which of the statements are true?
A)(i) and (ii)
B)(ii) and (iii)
C)(iii) and (iv)
D)Choose this answer if all the statements are true.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An object can move in any direction regardless of the net force direction. The net force determines acceleration, not velocity. Thus, all statements can be true.

The Net Force on an Object Is in the Positive x x x

The Net Force on an Object Is in the Positive $x$