An Object Rests on a Horizontal Frictionless Surface

question 65

Multiple Choice

An object rests on a horizontal frictionless surface. A horizontal force of magnitude F is applied. This force produces an acceleration:

• A) only if F is larger than the weight of the object
• B) only while the object suddenly changes from rest to motion
• C) always
• D) only if the inertia of the object decreases
• E) only if F is increasing

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