Due to inertia, perhaps a railroad train in motion should continue moving indefinitely when its engine is turned off. This is not observed because railroad trains
A)aren't massive enough.
B)are too heavy.
C)ride on straight tracks.
D)encounter opposing forces.

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Due to opposing forces such as friction and air resistance, the train will eventually slow down and come to a stop despite its initial inertia. This is why trains do not continue moving indefinitely after the engine is turned off.

Due to Inertia, Perhaps a Railroad Train in Motion Should