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In which situation is the object experiencing unbalanced forces?

A box resting on a horizontal floor

A car slowing as it reaches a stop light

A car with its cruise control set to 50 mph

A rocket sitting on the launch pad

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Answer:

A car slowing as it reaches a stop light

Step-by-step explanation:

User AlameerAshraf
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The moving car experiences unbalanced forces when applying brakes; when a car is slowing as it reaches a stop light.

Explanation:

When the car driver applies brakes to a car in order to stop, an unbalanced force is applied to the car. The speed of car gradually reduces and there’s a decrease in acceleration; a net force acts on it.

Options A and D has a box and a rocket always in a rest position. A car with cruise control is an adaptable speed setting for a vehicle which helps it to maintain a fairly constant speed. Constant velocity gives zero acceleration and hence no considerable unbalanced forces appear.

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