If an object's mass is decreasing while a constant force is applied to the object, the acceleration
A)decreases.
B)increases.
C)remains the same.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to Newton's second law of motion, if a constant force is applied to an object, the acceleration of the object is directly proportional to the force and inversely proportional to the mass of the object. Thus, as the mass of the object decreases, the acceleration increases, resulting in a faster rate of motion. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

If an Object's Mass Is Decreasing While a Constant Force