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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of these statements is incorrect
Options
A No net force means constant velocity
B Zero net force means constant velocity
C Force is required to sustain motion
Correct Answer
D None of the above
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Newton's first law: an object in motion stays in motion with constant velocity unless acted upon by a net force. Force is not required to sustain motion; it is required to change motion. Statement C is incorrect.

Hint

Newton's first law: motion at constant velocity requires no net force.

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