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In Physics / College | 2025-07-07

How does Newton's Third Law apply when you push a heavy object?
A. The object pushes back with an equal and opposite force.
B. The object moves with no reaction force.
C. The object pulls you toward it with greater force.
D. The object does not move because the forces cancel out.

Asked by mrstanyawiltz

Answer (2)

Newton's Third Law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. When you push a heavy object, it pushes back with an equal force. The correct answer is that the object pushes back with an equal and opposite force. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

Newton's Third Law states that when you push a heavy object, it pushes back with an equal and opposite force. The correct answer is option A. The object does not move if other forces, like friction, are stronger than your push.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-08-15