Question

a net force is applied to an object. which statement correctly describes the relationship between the net force, mass, and acceleration? (1 point) a greater net force results in a lesser acceleration as long as the mass stays constant. a greater acceleration results in a lesser mass as long as the net force stays constant. a greater acceleration results in a greater mass as long as the net force stays constant. a greater net force results in a greater acceleration as long as the mass stays constant.

Explanation:

According to Newton's second - law of motion, the net force ($F_{net}$), mass ($m$), and acceleration ($a$) are related by the formula $F_{net}=ma$. When mass $m$ is constant, $F_{net}$ and $a$ are directly proportional. That is, a greater net force leads to a greater acceleration. When $F_{net}$ is constant, $m$ and $a$ are inversely proportional (i.e., a greater acceleration means a lesser mass).

Answer:

A greater net force results in a greater acceleration as long as the mass stays constant.