NEET Physics Newton's Laws MCQ Question
An object is moving in a straight line with a constant speed. According to Newton's First Law of Motion, what will happen to the object if no external forces act upon it?
It will continue to move at the same speed.
It will gradually slow down and stop.
It will change its direction.
It will accelerate indefinitely.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to Newton's First Law, an object will remain in its state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line unless acted upon by an external force. Therefore, it will continue moving at the same speed.
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